From the course: AI-Powered Development: GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio

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- [Instructor] Now that we know what GitHub Copilot is, let's talk about how to actually get it working. Before we dive in, it's worth noting there's another Copilot product out there. That's what we're looking at on this page. This is Microsoft Copilot. It's designed for customers and productivity users. While GitHub Copilot lives inside your IDE and helps you write code, Microsoft Copilot shows up in apps like Word and Excel and Outlook to assist with writing, analysis, and everyday tasks. So let's go to look at GitHub Copilot. This is a paid service, but there are a few options depending on your role and needs. There is a free level. This is the entry-level tier. It's called GitHub Copilot Free, and you get 2,000 code completions per month and 50 agent mode or chat requests per month. It's a great way to explore Copilot's capabilities without committing to a paid plan. If you hit the limits and want more, you…

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