AZ-2007: Get started with AI-assisted development

Code faster and smarter with GitHub Copilot. This practical, self-paced course shows developers how to use GitHub Copilot and Copilot Chat in Visual Studio Code to write code, generate documentation, create unit tests and refactor existing code for better quality and security. It’s ideal if you have at least a year of coding experience.

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Duration

8 hours

Modules

1 Modules

Course type

Microsoft

Course Overview

This intermediate-level learning path helps developers boost productivity by using GitHub Copilot and GitHub Copilot Chat in Visual Studio Code. You’ll learn to generate code, documentation, unit tests, and improvements using AI-powered suggestions. The course emphasizes practical usage of GitHub Copilot tools to streamline development workflows and enhance code quality.

Before You Begin

Active GitHub Copilot subscription (personal or organizational)
1+ years of coding experience
Experience developing C# apps in Visual Studio Code
Familiarity with the C# Dev Kit extension

Key outcomes

Set Up Copilot Configure GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code.
Generate & Manage Code Use AI suggestions to write and improve code.
Automate Docs & Tests Create comments and unit tests with Copilot tools.
Enhance Codebase Securely Refactor and secure code using AI-powered features.

Tools you’ll use

Visual Studio Code

GitHub Copilot

C# Dev Kit Extension

GitHub Repositories

Skills you’ll gain

Code Generation Assistance
Copilot Chat Documentation
Unit Test Creation
Code Quality Improvement
Performance Optimization
Workflow Integration
Secure Coding Practices
Development Efficiency Boost

What You’ll Learn

1 module

1Lesson 1: Accelerate App Development by Using GitHub Copilot

Module 1: Get Started with GitHub Copilot Module 2: Generate Documentation Using GitHub Copilot Tools Module 3: Develop Code Features Using GitHub Copilot Tools Module 4: Develop Unit Tests Using GitHub Copilot Tools Module 5: Implement Code Improvements Using GitHub Copilot Tools

Certification & Credentials

AZ-2007_ Get started with AI-assisted development

Certificate track

8 hours

Frequently asked questions

What is GitHub Copilot used for?

It’s an AI-powered coding assistant that helps generate code, documentation, and tests directly in your IDE.

Do I need a subscription to use Copilot?

Yes, an active GitHub Copilot subscription is required.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

It’s best for developers with at least one year of coding experience.

What programming language is used?

The course focuses on C# development in Visual Studio Code.

Can I use Copilot for team projects?

Yes, GitHub Copilot supports individual and organizational use cases.

Duration	8 hours
Modules	1 Modules
Course type	Microsoft
Category	Microsoft
Prerequisites	Active GitHub Copilot subscription (personal or organizational), 1+ years of coding experience, Experience developing C# apps in Visual Studio Code, Familiarity with the C# Dev Kit extension

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