Beginner's Guide to Programming with GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code

Getting Started with AI-Powered Coding in VS Code

Starting out with programming can feel overwhelming. All the unfamiliar terms, tricky syntax, and abstract ideas—it’s a lot. But ther is good news: AI tools are making it so much easier to learn how to code.

One of the most exciting tools out there is GitHub Copilot. It works right inside Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and acts like a helpful pair of extra hands—suggesting code, completing lines, and even solving problems before you’ve fully figured them out.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the basics of using GitHub Copilot in VS Code. Whether you’re just writing your first line of code or looking for ways to make programming a bit smoother, this guide will help you get comfortable, confident, and productive with Copilot by your side.