Course Outline

Introduction to GitHub Copilot for Government

  • Overview of artificial intelligence (AI) in coding and automation for government.
  • What is GitHub Copilot, and how does it work within the context of government workflows?
  • Benefits and limitations of using Copilot for programming in a public sector environment.

Setting Up GitHub Copilot for Government

  • Supported editors and system requirements for government use.
  • Installing and configuring GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code, tailored for government systems.
  • Exploring the interface and available features relevant to public sector applications.

Using GitHub Copilot for Coding in Government

  • Writing code with real-time suggestions to enhance efficiency and accuracy in government projects.
  • Refactoring existing code to improve performance and compliance with government standards.
  • Debugging and troubleshooting using AI assistance to ensure robustness and reliability of government applications.

Exploring GitHub Copilot Capabilities for Government

  • Creating templates and boilerplate code for government-specific projects.
  • Generating documentation and comments automatically to meet public sector documentation requirements.
  • Leveraging Copilot for learning new coding techniques that align with government best practices.

Best Practices and Ethical Considerations for Government

  • Maximizing productivity without over-relying on AI, ensuring human oversight in critical government tasks.
  • Understanding privacy and security concerns specific to the public sector.
  • Incorporating Copilot into a balanced coding workflow that supports governance and accountability.

Hands-On Exercises for Government Users

  • Writing a small project with Copilot assistance, focusing on government applications.
  • Refactoring and optimizing code with AI suggestions to meet public sector standards.
  • Testing Copilot's performance in different programming languages used in government projects.

Summary and Next Steps for Government Users

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of programming concepts
  • Familiarity with any code editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code)

Audience

  • Developers for government and private sector organizations
  • Coding enthusiasts exploring AI tools for enhancing programming capabilities
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