Developer tools
GitHub Copilot
GitHub's AI coding assistant for editors, command-line work, code review, and delegated development tasks.
GitHub Copilot provides AI assistance across supported editors and GitHub workflows. It can suggest code, answer questions about repositories, assist with pull requests and reviews, and support agent-based implementation tasks that remain visible to developers.
Key features
- Editor-based code suggestions and chat
- GitHub-native agent and code-review workflows
Pros and tradeoffs
Strengths
- Integrated with repositories, pull requests, and common code editors
Consider before choosing
- Generated code must be reviewed for correctness and security
What people use GitHub Copilot for
- Write, understand, test, and review code in GitHub-centered projects
Frequently asked questions
Does GitHub Copilot replace code review?
No. Its suggestions and agent-created changes should still pass normal human review, tests, and security checks.
