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VS Code & GitHub Copilot Announcements with Burke Holland and Harald Kirschner

Apr 4, 2025
Burke Holland, Principal Developer Advocate at Microsoft, and Harald Kirschner, Principal Product Manager for VS Code and GitHub Copilot, share exciting new features coming to VS Code and GitHub Copilot. They discuss the innovative agent mode that allows Copilot to autonomously create apps and debug code. Also, the Next Edit Suggestions enhance Copilot's predictive capabilities. The conversation takes a light turn as they share joyful moments outdoors, from camping trips to tech upgrades like AirPods, all while reflecting on their programming adventures.
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Quick takeaways

  • Agent mode in GitHub Copilot enhances coding productivity by autonomously executing tasks and intelligently managing code modifications.
  • The integration of the Multi-Contextual Protocol allows Copilot to utilize external tools and services, expanding its coding assistance capabilities.

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Introduction of Special Guests

The episode features a discussion with Burke Holland and Harold Kirshner, prominent figures from Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code team. Burke's role as a developer advocate includes creating social media content and sharing useful VS Code tips through platforms like TikTok and YouTube. Harold, as a product manager, focuses on communicating with users and ensuring that product updates align with user needs. Their insights shed light on the exciting features and updates related to VS Code and GitHub Copilot.

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