Level Up with GitHub Copilot - Using AI to Learn, Code, and Build

Overview

Discover how to leverage GitHub Copilot as your AI pair programmer - from basic code suggestions to advanced prompt engineering and conversational coding. Learn to enhance your development workflow and productivity.

Syllabus

• Introduction to GitHub Copilot
Overview of GitHub Copilot
Installing and setting up GitHub Copilot
Understanding AI-powered code suggestions
• Basic Code Suggestions
Writing your first code with GitHub Copilot
Interpreting and selecting Copilot suggestions
Integrating Copilot into your workflow
• Intermediate Coding Techniques
Navigating real-time code completion
Refactoring code with Copilot
Managing Copilot's feedback and learning from its suggestions
• Advanced Prompt Engineering
Creating effective prompts
Adjusting context for accurate predictions
Utilizing multi-line and complex prompts
• Conversational Coding Techniques
Engaging in interactive coding sessions with Copilot
Implementing feedback loops
Problem-solving with conversational coding
• Enhancing Development Workflow
Streamlining repetitive tasks
Automating code reviews and error detection
Integrating Copilot with popular development tools
• Productivity Tips and Best Practices
Setting goals and tracking progress
Balancing Copilot's assistance with manual coding
Ethical considerations and responsible AI usage
• Hands-on Projects
Building a simple application with Copilot assistance
Collaborative coding exercises
Case studies and real-world scenarios
• Final Assessment and Review
Testing skills with a comprehensive project
Peer review session
Course wrap-up and feedback collection

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Subjects

Programming