The Copilot Connection

CCDev 1 - Navigating Copilot extensibility

Jun 20, 2025
Garry Trinder, a Developer Advocate at Microsoft, dives into Copilot extensibility and its potential. He discusses why extending Copilot is crucial for tailored solutions, outlining various methods for enhancement, whether for end users or specialists. The importance of personalizing AI tools and integrating external knowledge sources for improved productivity is emphasized. Trinder also highlights the delicate balance between deterministic and non-deterministic approaches in AI applications, making a case for responsible AI practices and continuous adaptation in an evolving landscape.
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INSIGHT

Focused Extensibility Spin-Offs

  • Kevin McDonnell says the spin-off will dig into Copilot extensibility and developer-focused topics.
  • The series aims to explore deeper technical ideas for builders and architects.
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AI As A Personal Tool

  • Garry Trinder says AI is becoming a personal tool that should match individual style and workflows.
  • Personalization can scale to teams but requires deliberate design and memory.
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Scope Agents To Specific Tasks

  • Kevin McDonnell explains scoping narrows Copilot to focused tasks using agents or notebooks.
  • Scoped agents reduce irrelevant context and help produce more accurate outputs.
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