Getting Started with GitHub Copilot: Write and Improve Code with AI
Use AI assistance to plan, build, test, document, and refine a working application
Created by Anton Voroniuk, Dmytro Vasyliev
Discover how to use GitHub Copilot as your coding partner in Visual Studio Code. Learn to set up Copilot, explore its different interaction modes, and apply AI assistance throughout the entire development process. Build real coding confidence by working through a hands-on project from start to finish.
Packt | Sep 2026 | 237 min
What You Will Learn
You'll start by exploring Copilot's main features through clear demonstrations. Then, you'll apply each concept step by step while building a calculator application. Along the way, you'll practice using different Copilot modes, managing project context, and customizing AI assistance to fit your workflow.
Key Features
- Set up and configure GitHub Copilot for effective use in Visual Studio Code
- Apply Copilot's completions, chat, and agent modes to real coding tasks
- Use workspace context, prompt files, and custom instructions for better results
Target Audience
This course is designed for developers, programmers, and students who want hands-on experience with GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code. If you have basic programming knowledge and are comfortable with files and editors, you'll gain practical skills to streamline your coding and make the most of AI-powered tools.
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