Learn how to use GitHub Copilot in a Visual Studio Code environment. This training covers code analysis, inline and project documentation, app development, unit testing, code refactoring, and provides an introduction to vibe coding.
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Course Outline
1. Get started with GitHub Copilot
• Examine AI tools from GitHub, OpenAI, and Microsoft
• Compare GitHub Copilot plans
• Review GitHub Copilot features
• Examine GitHub Copilot’s setup process
• Configure GitHub Copilot settings in Visual Studio Code
• Manage GitHub Copilot policies, features, and extensions for individuals
• Examine GitHub Copilot’s code completion features
• Examine GitHub Copilot’s AI assistance features
• Examine GitHub Copilot Chat view features
• Examine GitHub Copilot inline chat, smart actions, and quick chat
2. Generate documentation using GitHub Copilot tools
• Review GitHub Copilot’s “explain” and “document” features
• Examine GitHub Copilot prompts and keywords
• Analyze and explain code using GitHub Copilot
• Generate project documentation using GitHub Copilot
• Generate inline code documentation using GitHub Copilot
3. Develop code features using GitHub Copilot tools
• Examine the code development features of GitHub Copilot
• Examine GitHub Copilot best practices
• Generate code using GitHub Copilot code completion suggestions
• Generate code using GitHub Copilot Chat
4. Develop unit tests using GitHub Copilot tools
• Examine Visual Studio Code support for unit testing
• Generate unit tests with the GitHub Copilot Chat view
• Plan and automate test workflows using the Plan and Agent modes
• Extend tests with ghost text and fix failing tests
5. Implement code improvements using GitHub Copilot tools
• Review GitHub Copilot’s code improvement features
• Examine GitHub Copilot’s quick fix options
• Review code refactoring scenarios and GitHub Copilot best practices
• Refactor code using GitHub Copilot Inline Chat
• Refactor code using Copilot Chat modes
• Examine the GitHub Copilot code review features
6. Introduction to vibe coding
• What is vibe coding?
• Examine the vibe coding process
• Create effective prompts for GitHub Copilot
• Identify product requirements and coding guidelines
• Customize GitHub Copilot Chat responses
Course Details
• An active subscription for GitHub Copilot is required for either a personal GitHub account or a GitHub account managed by an organization or enterprise.
• One or more years of code development experience is recommended.
• Some experience developing C# applications in Visual Studio Code with the C# Dev Kit extension is recommended.
Candidates for this credential should have familiarity with Visual Studio Code and GitHub, and should have experience developing apps by using C#.
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