Course Duration
1 Day
Microsoft
Authorized Training
IT
Course cost:
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IT Certification Overview
This course explores the use of AI in the context of GitHub Copilot, a generative AI tool for developers. It equips users with the knowledge and skills to use Copilot effectively while mitigating potential ethical and operational risks associated with AI usage.
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Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
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The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
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Prerequisites
Participants should have:
- There are no specific pre-requisites for this course but an understanding of Software development is expected.
- Please note: Learners will be required to provide their own free tier license for GitHub Copliot which you can sign up for here
Target audience
This course is designed for:
- AI developers and engineers involved in creating and deploying AI systems who need to understand ethical implications and governance frameworks
- Data scientists and analysts focusing on transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI models
- Business leaders and managers overseeing AI projects and responsible for implementing responsible AI practices
- Policy makers and regulators creating policies and regulations around AI usage
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Leverage GitHub Copilot effectively in development environments
- Mitigate ethical and operational risks associated with AI usage
- Apply Microsoft and GitHub's six principles of responsible AI
- Understand the responsible use of generative AI tools
GitHub Copilot Course Content
Responsible Use of AI with GitHub Copilot
- Overview of responsible AI in the context of GitHub Copilot
- Mitigating AI risks
- Microsoft and GitHub's six principles of responsible AI
Introduction to GitHub Copilot
- GitHub Copilot as an AI-powered coding assistant
- Generating, understanding, refactoring, and debugging code
- Inline suggestions and conversational chat experience
Introduction to Prompt Engineering with GitHub Copilot
- Creating effective prompts
- Transforming coding comments into actionable code
- Advanced prompting strategies
Introduction to Copilot Spaces
- Creating, configuring, and using Copilot Spaces
- Sharing, discoverability, and governance
- Best practices for working in a Space
Using Advanced GitHub Copilot Features
- Advanced features with a Python application
- Setting up Copilot with Visual Studio Code
- Applied Copilot techniques
GitHub Copilot Across Environments
- Using Copilot in IDEs, chat, GitHub.com, command line, and Copilot app
- AI-assisted coding and natural language conversations
- Enhancing command-line productivity
Management and Customization Considerations with GitHub Copilot
- Exploring Copilot plans and management features
- Contractual protections and disabling matching public code
- Managing content exclusions and troubleshooting
Developer Use Cases for AI with GitHub Copilot
- Streamlining developer productivity
- Enhancing the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Measuring productivity gains
Develop Unit Tests Using GitHub Copilot Tools
- Creating unit tests with Copilot and Copilot Chat
- Planning and automating test workflows
- Extending and fixing tests
Building Applications with GitHub Copilot Agent Mode
- Using Agent Mode for autonomous development tasks
- Iterative code management and improvement
Accelerate Development with GitHub Copilot Cloud Agent
- Assigning and tracking tasks with Copilot Cloud Agent
- Customising and validating Cloud Agent
- Responsible use of Cloud Agent
Introduction to MCP Server
- Integrating GitHub features into AI tools with MCP Server
- Configuring and using MCP Server in VS Code
- Using MCP Server with Copilot Chat
Leveling Up Code Reviews and Pull Requests with GitHub Copilot
- Enhancing code reviews and enforcing best practices
- Automating reviews and measuring impact
Using GitHub Copilot with JavaScript
- Setting up Copilot for JavaScript development
- Using Copilot to update JavaScript portfolios
Using GitHub Copilot with Python
- Setting up Copilot for Python development
- Using Copilot to update Python web APIs
Exams and assessments
The GH-300 exam is available separately.
Hands-on learning
This course includes:
- Practical exercises using GitHub Copilot and Copilot Chat
- Developing unit tests and updating code with Copilot
- Creating and configuring Copilot Spaces
- Applying advanced Copilot features in real development environments
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