Visual Studio Code showcases an update featuring OpenAI’s GPT-5.4 in GitHub Copilot. Olivia Guzzardo McVicker demonstrates how developers can leverage new capabilities in VS Code.

GPT-5.4 Now Available in VS Code with GitHub Copilot

OpenAI’s GPT-5.4 has just launched in Visual Studio Code via GitHub Copilot, bringing significant improvements in logical reasoning and handling of complex, multi-step, tool-dependent workflows.

Key Highlights

  • Enhanced Logical Reasoning: GPT-5.4 improves at interpreting developer intent and executing complicated tasks.
  • Multi-Step Task Execution: The new model can break down large problems and coordinate tool usage within VS Code, benefiting real-world engineering scenarios.
  • Developer Integration: This update is available now in GitHub Copilot for VS Code, as confirmed by the GitHub changelog.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 00:10 Planning
  • 01:20 Implementation

Resources

What You’ll Learn

  • How to leverage GPT-5.4 for improved code generation and developer productivity
  • Practical use cases for multi-step workflows solved by Copilot
  • Where to find updates and contribute

Conclusion

With the arrival of OpenAI’s GPT-5.4, GitHub Copilot in VS Code offers developers smarter, more context-aware assistance. Explore new opportunities for automation and creative development projects with these capabilities.