11 Ways to supercharge your workflow with GitHub Copilot

Short summary

GitHub Copilot delivers better results with detailed prompts and project-specific instructions via AGENTS.md, .github/copilot-instructions.md, and path-specific rule files. VS Code's integrated browser enables AI-assisted debugging, while inline chat (Cmd+I), slash commands (/fix, /explain), and custom prompt templates streamline code review, testing, migrations, and commit message generation. Effective prompt engineering and custom instructions transform Copilot from a generic assistant into a specialized, high-velocity development tool.

• •Detailed prompts and project-specific instruction files (AGENTS.md, .github/copilot-instructions.md) improve Copilot accuracy and consistency
• •VS Code integration features: embedded browser for AI-assisted debugging, inline chat with slash commands, and smart code actions
• •Custom prompt templates and global settings automate code review, testing, security checks, and commit message generation

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