Github Copilot - Basic Usage



Github Copilot have several use cases and features that can help you write code faster and with less effort. In this article, we will explore the basic usage of GitHub Copilot and how you can use it to improve your coding experience.

Prerequisites to Use Github Copilot

To use GitHub Copilot, you need to have the following−

  • An Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that supports the GitHub Copilot extension. For example VS Code, PyCharm.

  • The GitHub Copilot extension installed in your IDE.

  • An active GitHub account with copilot subscription.

Github Copilot Use Cases

  • Getting Code Suggestion: GitHub Copilot will provide inline code suggestions in your IDE itself. For example, when writing a function, Copilot can suggest the function signature based on the context of your code.

  • GitHub Copilot Code Suggestion in VS Code
  • Asking Doubt: GitHub Copilot has a chat interface that allows you to interact with Copilot using natural language. You can ask Copilot questions, get code suggestions, and ask for help with coding tasks.

  • GitHub Copilot Chat Interface
  • Generating Code: GitHub Copilot can generate code snippets based on the context of your code. You can ask Copilot to generate code for specific tasks or functions, saving you time and effort.

  • GitHub Copilot Code Generation
  • Generate Commit Messages: Copilot can generate commit messages based on the changes you made in your code. This can help you write descriptive commit messages and keep track of your code changes.

  • Pull Request Summary: Copilot can generate pull request summaries based on the changes you made in your code. This can help you create detailed pull requests and communicate your changes effectively to your team.

  • GitHub Copilot Pull Request Summary
  • Learning Coding: If you're learning a new programming language or framework, Copilot can guide you through coding patterns and best practices. It can assist with all the Python libraries, modules, functions, and features developed until 2021.

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