GitHub Copilot Coding Agent: Build, Test, and Ship Code Fast

What you'll learn

• Enable and configure GitHub Copilot Agent Mode in Visual Studio Code and Visual Studio
• Write effective prompts to guide Agent Mode through coding, testing, and deployment tasks
• Automate multi-step workflows, including multi-file edits, bug fixes, and running tests
• Identify when to use Agent Mode vs. Edit Mode for maximum productivity

Requirements

• Basic familiarity with writing and editing code in any language (JavaScript, Python, Java, etc.)
• Experience using Visual Studio Code or Visual Studio is helpful but not required
• A GitHub account (free or paid) to access GitHub Copilot features
• An interest in using AI-powered tools to improve productivity and streamline workflows

Who this course is for

• Developers curious about AI-powered coding tools
• Teams adopting GitHub Copilot and seeking real-world Agent Mode examples
• Anyone who wants to write, test, and ship code faster and more efficiently