How GitHub Copilot is changing the way we work

At Infocorp, we are always looking to improve our skills and processes, so we decided to embark on Copilot, a GitHub tool designed to empower the work of our developers.

Copilot is more than a tool; it's an intelligent development partner that uses AI to help developers with their daily work. From code generation to error correction and improved productivity.

On this trip, our team is in the exploration and testing phase. Taking advantage of daily tasks to understand how this tool can enrich processes. We started working with Copilot organizationally in a selective way, to understand how this tool can be more effective in our operations.

One of the most outstanding features of Copilot is its ability to generate code based on a promt. This means that, if you request a specific task, Copilot can generate code that fits the needs. This is especially useful in creating unit tests, optimizing algorithms and generating utility classes.

Copilot has two key components: a “chat” part that allows for more conversational interaction and a “development tool” part that suggests code in real time. You can type it directly in the chat, similar to interacting with a person, or you can work on your code and receive suggestions as you type.

Leveraging the wealth of information on Github, a collaborative development platform, to provide accurate and useful solutions. This means that it not only generates code, but it can also explain existing code in a more understandable way, answering questions and providing a clearer view of projects.

Our exploration with Copilot promises to improve efficiency, productivity and creativity when developing software. Artificial intelligence and development tools are opening up new possibilities for the future of technology.