In this session, Visual Studio Code’s Burke Holland, Pierce Boggan, and James Montemagno demonstrate live how AI workflows can be improved with GitHub Copilot CLI and custom automation tools.

Live Coding AI Workflows with VS Code, GitHub Copilot CLI, and Custom Tools

Featuring: Burke Holland, Pierce Boggan, James Montemagno

In this special live coding event, Burke, Pierce, and James come together to explore hands-on AI workflow enhancements using:

Visual Studio Code: Showcasing the latest improvements for AI-driven development.
GitHub Copilot CLI: Demonstrating real-time code suggestions, completions, and command-line integrations that speed up the coding process.
Custom Tools by Burke: New, innovative utilities designed to automate and streamline common AI development tasks.

Key Topics Covered

Setting up and configuring GitHub Copilot CLI within VS Code environments
Real-world scenarios where Copilot CLI assists in rapid prototyping
How to combine Copilot CLI suggestions with custom scripts for complex task automation
Tips for maximizing productivity and reducing repetitive work in AI development
Early preview and demonstration of experimental tools built by Burke for enhancing AI workflows

Practical Takeaways

How developers can integrate Copilot CLI into daily workflows
Example AI coding flow: from prompt to deployment using VS Code
Best practices for iterative development with AI-powered tools

About the Presenters

Burke Holland, Pierce Boggan, and James Montemagno are renowned developer advocates from the Visual Studio Code team, known for their accessible, high-impact technical education and community outreach.

Discover how to supercharge your AI-focused development with the latest tools in action, see real coding examples, and pick up practical tips from three experienced engineers.