GitHub Copilot is an intelligent coding assistant that helps developers write code faster. It integrates seamlessly with popular integrated development environments (IDEs), offering contextual code suggestions that match your programming style and preferences.

In this module, we examine the various ways developers can use GitHub Copilot. We show how it helps boost productivity, adapts to developer preferences, and influences the software development lifecycle (SDLC). This integration enables your team to save time, improve code quality, and increase developer satisfaction.

Learning Objectives

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

• Identify specific ways GitHub Copilot integrates smoothly into developer workflows, enhancing the overall development experience and supporting individual coding preferences.
• Explore the potential impact of GitHub Copilot on different stages of the software development lifecycle.
• Evaluate the limitations of AI-assisted coding and assess 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 features
• Access to GitHub Copilot requires either a personal GitHub account or one managed by an organization or enterprise. For learning purposes, the free Copilot option with usage limits should be sufficient.

In the following units, we’ll explore how GitHub Copilot is transforming the development landscape.

It helps developers code faster, stay focused longer, and tackle more complex challenges with confidence.