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Part 08: Commit Summary Descriptions

In this section, you'll learn how to use GitHub Copilot to generate commit messages and customize them.

  1. [] Open the Git Changes view in Visual Studio (View -> Git Changes).

  2. [] Select the sparkle emoji pencil button to automatically generate a commit message using Copilot.

    VS commit dialog with AI button

  3. [] Navigate to Tools -> Options -> GitHub -> Copilot -> Source Control Integration.

  4. [] Update the commit message customization setting to: Summarize in a few sentences and then highlight the top 5 changes with emoji and short descriptions

  5. [] Return to the Git Changes view and generate a new commit message.

  6. [] Observe how the new commit message reflects the updated customization.

Key Takeaway: Copilot can help you create meaningful and well-structured commit messages, saving time and improving collaboration.

Code Reviews with Copilot

  1. [] Before submitting your changes, use the Code Review feature to analyze your code for potential improvements and suggestions.

    Code Review Assistance toggle

  2. [] Review the suggestions provided by Copilot and apply any necessary changes if there are any.

Key Takeaway: Copilot's Code Review feature can help you identify potential issues and improve code quality before submission.

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