GitHub Copilot Step by Step: Navigating AI-driven software development
- By Gomathi S.
- Published Dec 15, 2025 by Microsoft Press. Part of the Step by Step Developer series.
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Description
- Copyright 2026
- Edition: 1st
- Book
- ISBN-10: 0-13-549304-8
- ISBN-13: 978-0-13-549304-5
Microsoft MVP and MCT Community Lead Dr. Gomathi S. delivers the ultimate hands-on guide to mastering AI-powered coding with GitHub Copilot
GitHub Copilot Step by Step: Navigating AI-driven software development is a practical, hands-on guide for developers seeking to master AI-powered coding with GitHub Copilot. Blending clear reference material with step-by-step tutorials, this book makes advanced AI coding concepts accessible to developers and technology enthusiasts at all levels. You will learn to set up Copilot, generate and refine code, automate workflows, and integrate AI into their development process, gaining the essential skills to boost productivity, streamline tasks, and innovate in the rapidly evolving world of software engineering.
By reading this book, you will:
- Understand the foundational concepts and architecture of GitHub Copilot
- Set up and configure Copilot in popular development environments
- Generate, review, and refine code suggestions for multiple programming languages
- Accelerate development tasks from prototyping to debugging with AI assistance
- Automate repetitive coding tasks and streamline workflows
- Apply best practices for prompt engineering and troubleshooting
- Integrate Copilot into team projects and collaborative coding scenarios
- Explore ethical considerations and limitations of AI-powered coding assistants
- Customize Copilots behavior to fit your unique development needs
- Discover real-world use cases and advanced workflows for professional teams
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction to GitHub Copilot
Chapter 2: Setting up GitHub Copilot for your development workflow
Chapter 3: Writing effective prompts for AI-powered coding
Chapter 4: Enhancing code efficiency with AI assistance
Chapter 5: Debugging and troubleshooting code with Copilot
Chapter 6: Writing and automating tests with GitHub Copilot
Chapter 7: Using GitHub Copilot for code reviews and collaboration
Chapter 8: Using AI-powered development workflows in real-world scenarios
Chapter 9: Avoiding common pitfalls with GitHub Copilot
Chapter 10: Exploring the future of AI in software development