Course Outline
Introduction to GitHub Copilot
- Overview of Artificial Intelligence in coding and automation.
- Definition of GitHub Copilot and its operational model.
- Advantages and constraints of utilizing Copilot for programming tasks.
Configuring GitHub Copilot
- Compatible editors and system requirements.
- Installing and configuring GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code.
- Navigating the interface and discovering available features.
Practical Application of GitHub Copilot in Coding
- Writing code with real-time suggestions.
- Refactoring existing code to enhance performance.
- Debugging and troubleshooting with AI assistance.
Exploring the Capabilities of GitHub Copilot
- Generating templates and boilerplate code.
- Automatically creating documentation and code comments.
- Leveraging Copilot to learn new coding techniques.
Best Practices and Ethical Considerations
- Maximizing productivity while maintaining independence from AI.
- Understanding privacy and security implications.
- Integrating Copilot into a balanced development workflow.
Hands-On Exercises
- Developing a small project with Copilot assistance.
- Refactoring and optimizing code using AI suggestions.
- Evaluating Copilot's performance across different programming languages.
Summary and Future Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of programming concepts
- Familiarity with any code editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code)
Target Audience
- Software Developers
- Programming enthusiasts investigating AI tools for coding
Testimonials (3)
The session was highly interactive and applicable to the business.
Jorge Boscan - Chevron Global Technology Services Company
Course - Advanced GitHub Copilot & AI for Projects and Infrastructure
Machine Translated
That i gained a knowledge regarding streamlit library from python and for sure i'll try to use it to improve applications in my team which are made in R shiny
Michal Maj - XL Catlin Services SE (AXA XL)
Course - GitHub Copilot for Developers
Trainer able to adjust the course level during training to fit our understanding level on the topic, so that we could gain more useful knowledge that could further help us harness the tools in our daily works.