GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Training in York

GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Training in York, England

This course introduces participants to GitHub Copilot, an AI-powered code completion tool developed by GitHub and OpenAI.

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GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Training is a professional training program delivered by ProgNXT in York, England. ProgNXT, a globally recognized corporate training provider in 55+ countries, offers this GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Training course with hands-on, instructor-led sessions. This course introduces participants to GitHub Copilot, an AI-powered code completion tool developed by GitHub and OpenAI. It covers the fundamentals...

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Course Code: FGG26
14 Hrs
Last Updated: April 2026

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This course introduces participants to GitHub Copilot, an AI-powered code completion tool developed by GitHub and OpenAI. It covers the fundamentals of Copilot, from installation and setup to using it within IDEs like Visual Studio Code for real-time code generation, documentation, testing, and more. Through guided examples and hands-on labs, learners will gain confidence in using Copilot to boost productivity and code quality.

Welcome to the official GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Training certification program in York, England. This comprehensive training is designed to elevate your professional skills and provide you with practical, industry-relevant knowledge locally. As a globally recognized corporate training provider operating in 55+ countries, ProgNXT ensures that our curriculum meets the highest standards of excellence.

Whether you are looking to upskill your team or advance your personal career, our expert-led sessions will guide you through the core concepts of this domain. Upon successful completion of the 14 Hrs program, participants will receive a globally accepted certification, demonstrating their proficiency and readiness to tackle complex challenges in the field.

Basic knowledge of any programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java, C#)
Familiarity with using an IDE or text editor (preferably VS Code)
No prior knowledge of GitHub Copilot required

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Install and configure GitHub Copilot in VS Code
Understand the working model behind Copilot
Write prompts to generate code, tests, and documentation
Use Copilot to assist with refactoring and debugging
Apply Copilot effectively for faster development workflows

GitHub Copilot installation and setup
Real-time code generation
Prompt-based development and documentation
Assisted debugging and test writing
IDE productivity enhancement

Installing and configuring Copilot
Generating code using natural language comments
Writing unit tests and docs with Copilot
Prompting strategies and completion control
Identifying and correcting Copilot-generated errors

Participants who attend all sessions and successfully complete the course assessments will receive a ProgNXT Certificate of Completion.

Getting Started with Copilot

Introduction to GitHub Copilot

What is GitHub Copilot?
Benefits and limitations of AI pair programming
Overview of OpenAI Codex engine
Licensing and ethical considerations

Installation & Setup

Installing Copilot extension in Visual Studio Code
Connecting GitHub account and configuring preferences
Enabling/disabling Copilot suggestions

Basic Usage and Prompts

Generating code from comments
Autocompleting code blocks and functions
Using Copilot for boilerplate and repetitive tasks

(Optional/Extended): Practical Use Cases

Test Generation & Documentation

Writing unit tests using Copilot
Generating function and class documentation
Improving readability and structure with AI

Copilot in Daily Workflows

Using Copilot in real-world development projects
Refactoring code with Copilot suggestions
Language support and framework compatibility

Best Practices & Pitfalls

Writing effective prompts
Avoiding overreliance and code quality issues
Security considerations and license awareness

Hands-on Exercises

Summary and Conclusion

Slide deck
Copilot setup and configuration guide
Prompting cheat sheet
Reference GitHub repositories

Hands-on Lab Exercises
End-of-Course Quiz
Participation & Engagement

ProgNXT Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the course and assessments.

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