Welcome to GitHub Copilot Fundamentals 200!

A repository for all things GitHub Copilot Training - Fundamentals 200!

The GitHub Copilot Fundamentals 200 Workshop is designed for developers who want advanced knowledge and enhanced skills in using GitHub Copilot.

Syllabus

Advanced Copilot Features

  • Exploring Copilot Capabilities: A deep dive into the advanced features of GitHub Copilot, including its ability to generate complex code snippets and assist in intricate programming tasks
  • Leverging Copilot for Complex Code Tasks: Strategies for using GitHub Copilot to tackle challenging programming tasks and solve complex coding problems

Documentation with Copilot

  • Creating, Maintaining and Updating Documentation: Includes best practices for writing clear and comprehensive documentation, and how to leverage GitHub Copilot for these tasks
  • Incorporating Documentation Best Practices: Tips and techniques for incorporating industry best practices into code documentation with GitHub Copilot assistance

Code Refactoring with Copilot

  • Using Copilot to Refactor Existing Code: Techniques for leveraging GitHub Copilot to refactor and optimize existing codebases, improving readability, performance, and maintainability
  • Strategies for Efficient Code Improvement: Best practices for identifying areas of improvement and implementing effective code refactoring strategies with the support of GitHub Copilot

Testing with Copilot

  • Understanding Copilot's Role in Test-Driven Development: An exploration of how GitHub Copilot can facilitate test-driven development (TDD) by generating test cases, scenarios, and assisting in the creation of comprehensive test suites
  • Generating Test Cases and Testing Scenarios with GitHub Copilot: Practical guidance on using GitHub Copilot to automate the generation of test cases and scenarios, enhancing code coverage and quality

Understanding Copilot Suggestions

  • Interpreting Complex Code Suggestions: Techniques for interpreting and evaluating complex code suggestions provided by GitHub Copilot, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and adherence to coding standards

Optimizing Copilot Usage

  • Tips for Maximizing Productivity with Copilot: Strategies for maximizing developer productivity and efficiency when using GitHub Copilot, including time-saving techniques and workflow optimizations
  • Avoiding Common Pitfalls/Misconceptions: Identification and avoidance of common pitfalls and misconceptions associated with GitHub Copilot usage, ensuring optimal performance and effectiveness

Integrating Copilot into Workflows

  • Overview of Development Workflows and Copilot Integration: An overview of common software development workflows and strategies for integrating GitHub Copilot seamlessly into collaborative coding environments
  • Collaborative Coding with Copilot: Best practices for leveraging GitHub Copilot to enhance collaboration among team members to streamline the development process