Increasing developer efficiency/productivity is more important than ever in the fast-paced world of development today. Developers need tools that simplify processes, cut down on repetitive chores, and allow them to concentrate on solving complicated challenges because teams are always under pressure to produce high-quality software on short notice. I have been trying my hands at Codeium, Chat-GPT, and even a few coding editors like Cursor and WebStorm but I have found my best bait in GitHub Copilot.
I enjoyed collaborating with GC(Github Copilot) so much that I put together a rundown for anyone who plans to use Github Copilot for their development needs.
What is GitHub Copilot?
GC is your very own AI-powered code suggestion tool developed by GitHub in collaboration with OpenAI. It integrates directly with your favorite IDEs like Visual Studio Code, Atom, and Neovim, providing real-time code suggestions, auto-completions, test case generation, writing docs, adding comments, and boilerplate code generation.
Top Reasons to Use GitHub Copilot for Your Projects
GC simplifies coding by reducing repetitive tasks. It saves time and helps you focus on problem-solving. Here’s why it’s a productivity game-changer:
- Quick Code Suggestions: Get smart code suggestions instantly.
- Fewer Errors: Avoid syntax errors and typos.
- Faster Prototyping: Generate boilerplate code and focus on core logic.
- Support for Many Languages: Use it for Python, JavaScript, Java, and more.
- Learn as You Go: Understand best practices by reviewing their suggestions.
How to Use GitHub Copilot for Maximum Productivity?
1. Automating Repetitive Tasks
We all know that writing repetitive code can be a drag. With GC, you don’t need to waste time on boilerplate or syntax research. Start typing, and it fills in the gaps. It looks at the context of your project and suggests code that fits naturally.
Imagine you want to initialize something or let’s say add cors to the server. You just have to write a comment or start with a few lines, and it suggests the rest. How awesome and easy is that?