Get started with GitHub Copilot

Intermediate
Developer
GitHub

This module introduces developers to the GitHub Copilot products, the benefits that GitHub Copilot provides to developers, the GitHub Copilot and GitHub Copilot Chat product features, and the GitHub Copilot extensions for Visual Studio Code.

Learning objectives

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

  • Explain what GitHub Copilot is and the advantages it provides.

  • Install the GitHub Copilot extensions for Visual Studio Code.

  • Explain the features of the GitHub Copilot extensions for Visual Studio Code and how to use them.

  • Configure the GitHub Copilot extensions for Visual Studio Code.

Prerequisites

  • An active subscription for GitHub Copilot is required for either your personal GitHub account or a GitHub account managed by an organization or enterprise. You can set up a GitHub Copilot Free account or sign up for a subscription to GitHub Copilot Pro trial with a one-time 30-day trial. For learning, the Copilot Free option with usage limits should be sufficient.

  • Awareness of the GitHub Copilot free trial conditions: if you choose the free trial offer for GitHub Copilot, a form of payment is requested at sign-up. Charges aren't applied until the trial is over, unless you cancel before the conclusion of the 30-day period.

Note: The author created this module with assistance from AI. Learn more