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How to create issues and pull requests in record time on GitHub
Learn how to spin up a GitHub Issue, hand it to Copilot, and get a draft pull request in the same workflow you already know.
The difference between coding agent and agent mode in GitHub Copilot
We’ll decode these two tools—and show you how to use them both to work more efficiently.
How to thrive as a junior engineer: Tips and insights
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Learn why and how you should write docs for your project with the Diátaxis framework.
GitHub Issues search now supports nested queries and boolean operators: Here’s how we (re)built it
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Exploring GitHub CLI: How to interact with GitHub’s GraphQL API endpoint
Discover practical tips and tricks for forming effective GraphQL queries and mutations.
How to make your images in Markdown on GitHub adjust for dark mode and light mode
When you want your images to look good in Markdown on GitHub, you might have to adjust for the UI around them.
Cracking the code: How to wow the acceptance committee at your next tech event
Want to speak at a tech conference? These four practical tips will help your session proposal stand out—and land you on the stage.
GitHub for Beginners: How to get LLMs to do what you want
Learn how to write effective prompts and troubleshoot results in this installment of our GitHub for Beginners series.
How engineers can use one-on-ones with their manager to accelerate career growth
Go beyond status updates and use these meetings to surface challenges, solve problems, and drive impact.
Mastering GitHub Copilot: When to use AI agent mode
Discover the differences between agent mode and Copilot Edits with GitHub Copilot—and when to use them in your workflows.
Video: How to create checklists in Markdown for easier task tracking
Ever wondered how to create checklists in your GitHub repositories, Issues, and PRs? Make task lists more manageable in your GitHub repositories, issues, and pull requests.
How GitHub engineers learn new codebases
Strategies to quickly get up to speed, whether you’re a seasoned engineer or a newcomer to the field.
Why Java endures: The foundation of modern enterprise development
For 30 years, Java has been a cornerstone of enterprise software development. Here’s why—and how to learn Java.
Video: How to run dependency audits with GitHub Copilot
Learn to automate dependency management using GitHub Copilot, GitHub Actions, and Dependabot to eliminate manual checks, improve security, and save time for what really matters.
GitHub for Beginners: How to get started with GitHub Copilot
Get started with GitHub Copilot and navigate features like Copilot Chat in this installment of the GitHub for Beginners series.
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