This course provides a comprehensive guide to using GitHub Copilot within the Visual Studio Code environment, focusing on practical and advanced applications. The course covers building a simple Pomodoro timer, including setting up the Next.js environment, designing the timer interface, and implementing core functionality, as well as improving the timer by refactoring for efficiency, adding tests, and exploring case studies. The course also focuses on practical coding applications, such as code translation and debugging, through hands-on activities. Throughout the course, you will engage in practical projects, quizzes, and hands-on activities to master the use of GitHub Copilot, making it ideal for developers looking to enhance their coding efficiency and explore the full potential of AI-assisted development.
GitHub Copilot for Project Management
This course is part of Microsoft Copilot for Software Development Specialization
Instructor: Microsoft
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September 2024
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This module introduces the use of GitHub Copilot for enhancing code review processes. You will explore practical methods to optimize and improve code quality using AI-driven insights and suggestions.
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This module covers the use of GitHub Copilot for generating comprehensive documentation. You will learn how to leverage AI to enhance knowledge sharing and project maintenance through automated documentation.
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This module focuses on using GitHub Copilot to create detailed development plans. You will explore how AI can assist in strategizing, planning, and executing development processes.
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