Receive context-aware code completions and next-edit suggestions while working inside supported editors.
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About GitHub Copilot
GitHub Copilot is an AI coding assistant developed by GitHub. It provides contextual help across the software-development workflow, including inline code suggestions, chat, code explanations, debugging support, code review, command-line assistance, and agent-based development tasks.
GitHub Copilot works across supported editors, GitHub.com, GitHub Mobile, and the command line. Available capabilities depend on the selected plan, development environment, organization policies, and enabled features. Developers should review, test, and secure generated code before using it in production.
Popular GitHub Copilot Uses
Common product applicationsAsk questions about code, request explanations, generate changes, and work through development problems conversationally.
Delegate multi-step coding work that can inspect files, propose edits, run tools, and help complete broader tasks.
Review pull requests or file changes, identify possible issues, and receive suggestions for improving code.
Ask questions about a repository, locate relevant code, understand dependencies, and plan coordinated changes.
Use Copilot from the terminal and GitHub to explain commands, modify code, work with issues, and support pull requests.
Using GitHub Copilot
✓ Frequently Valued
- Integrated into GitHub and widely used development environments
- Useful for code completion, explanation, debugging, and refactoring
- Agent and chat features support broader software-development tasks
- Available across supported editors, GitHub.com, mobile, and the command line
- Repository context can make suggestions more relevant to the current project
! Things to Consider
- Features, models, limits, and agent capabilities vary by plan and supported environment
- Generated code can contain bugs, security weaknesses, or incorrect assumptions
- Advanced coding agents, code review, and higher usage may require a paid plan
- Organizations should review Copilot policies, data controls, and repository settings
- Developers should review, test, and secure generated code before deployment
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