copilot-instructions.md

GitHub Copilot Instructions

Enabling GitHub Copilot

To enable GitHub Copilot, follow these steps:

1. Open Visual Studio Code.
2. Go to the Extensions view by clicking on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar on the side of the window.
3. Search for "GitHub Copilot" and click Install.
4. Once installed, you will need to sign in to GitHub to authorize the extension.

Using GitHub Copilot in the Editor

After enabling GitHub Copilot, you can start using it in your editor:

1. Open a file where you want to use Copilot.
2. Start typing your code, and Copilot will provide suggestions.
3. You can accept a suggestion by pressing Tab or Enter.
4. If you want to see more suggestions, press Ctrl+Space.

Best Practices for Using GitHub Copilot

• Use Copilot as a guide, not a crutch. Always review and understand the code suggestions.
• Combine Copilot with other tools like linters and formatters to ensure code quality.
• Keep your codebase and dependencies up to date to get the best suggestions.
• Provide clear and concise comments in your code to help Copilot understand the context.

Official GitHub Copilot Documentation

For more detailed information, refer to the official GitHub Copilot documentation:

• GitHub Copilot Documentation
• GitHub Copilot FAQ