GitHub Copilot CLI

Use Copilot directly from your terminal to answer questions, write and debug code, and interact with GitHub.

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Using GitHub Copilot CLI

Learn how to use GitHub Copilot from the command line.

Best practices for GitHub Copilot CLI

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GitHub Copilot CLI command reference

Find commands and keyboard shortcuts to help you use Copilot CLI effectively.

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Learn about Copilot CLI

About agent skills

Skills allow Copilot to perform specialized tasks.
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About GitHub Copilot CLI

Find out about using Copilot from the command line.
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About plugins for GitHub Copilot CLI

Plugins are installable packages that extend GitHub Copilot CLI with reusable agents, skills, hooks, and integrations.
Configure Copilot CLI

Adding custom instructions for GitHub Copilot CLI

Give Copilot additional context on how to understand your project and how to build, test and validate its changes.
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Allowing GitHub Copilot CLI to work autonomously

The CLI's autopilot mode lets Copilot CLI work autonomously on a task, carrying out multiple steps until the task is complete.
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Authenticating GitHub Copilot CLI

Authenticate Copilot CLI so that you can use Copilot directly from the command line.
Build with Copilot CLI

Automating tasks with Copilot CLI and GitHub Actions

Integrate GitHub Copilot CLI into your GitHub Actions workflows.
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Best practices for GitHub Copilot CLI

Learn how to get the most out of GitHub Copilot CLI.
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Comparing GitHub Copilot CLI customization features

Find out about the various ways you can customize Copilot: what they do, and when to use them.
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