Developer use cases for AI with GitHub Copilot

Intermediate
Developer
DevOps Engineer
Student
GitHub

This module explores how GitHub Copilot streamlines developer productivity through AI-powered features, enhances the SDLC, aligns with developer preferences, and identifies key limitations while measuring productivity gains effectively.

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

  • Identify specific ways GitHub Copilot integrates seamlessly into developer workflows, enhancing the overall development experience and supporting individual coding preferences.
  • Explore GitHub Copilot's potential impact on different stages of the Software Development Lifecycle.
  • Evaluate the limitations of AI-assisted coding and measure its impact on development efficiency

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of software development concepts and practices.
  • Familiarity with at least one programming language.
  • A GitHub account and basic knowledge of GitHub functionalities.
  • Access to GitHub Copilot (through individual, business, or enterprise subscription).