(NETCOP)

Programming, .NET

THIS TRAINING COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

  • Understand Copilot's role across the development process
  • Design AI-first architectures for new projects
  • Delegate development tasks effectively to agents
  • Configure Copilot agents for your team and project
  • Increase delivery speed and improve code quality

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Senior .NET developers seeking higher productivity
  • Software architects designing AI-first systems
  • Tech Leads aiming to accelerate development
  • Teams transitioning to AI-assisted development

COURSE LOCATION AND AVAILABLE DATES



Choose whether to attend in person in our classroom or join online. You can select your preferred format during registration. Learn more about hybrid training.
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Praha + online (optional)
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Course content:

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  • Introduction to GitHub Copilot
    1. What GitHub Copilot is and where to use it
    2. Feature overview: chat, completions, code review, agents
  • GitHub Copilot CLI
    1. Installing and configuring the GitHub Copilot CLI
    2. Commands for generating code, explanations and refactoring from the terminal
    3. Integrating the CLI into scripts and CI/CD pipelines
    4. Differences versus IDE integration and when to prefer the CLI
  • IDE integration
    1. Installing and configuring extensions in VS Code and Visual Studio
    2. Inline completions, chat panel and code review in the editor
    3. Context window – how Copilot "sees" your code and project
    4. Token-based billing: what a token is, how the context window is measured and cost implications
    5. The new Agents app
  • Customizing Copilot
    1. Instructions – global and project-level behavior control
    2. Prompts – building reusable templates for common tasks
    3. Custom agents – configuring agents for specific team roles
    4. Skills – extending agent capabilities with custom skills
    5. Hooks – automated actions on development events
    6. MCP servers – connecting agents to external tools and data sources
    7. Plugins – integrating third-party tools into the workflow
    8. Copilot as an LLM provider – using subscriptions in external AI tools (e.g., Open Code)
  • Architectures suitable for AI-first development
    1. Design principles for efficient collaboration with AI
    2. Modularity, clean architecture and separation of concerns
    3. Patterns suitable for delegating work to agents
  • Delegating development tasks
    1. How to formulate tasks properly for an agent
    2. Processing outputs and validating results
    3. Branching, workspaces, pull requests and agent-driven code review
  • Testing and code quality
    1. Generating unit and integration tests
    2. Static analysis and refactoring with agent assistance
    3. Continuous integration and automated checks
    4. Non-LLM tools to improve quality and delivery speed
  • Practical workshop
    1. Building a clean .NET application while delegating tasks to Copilot agents
    2. Working with a sample repository
    3. Real-world scenario demonstrations
  • Working with GitHub Issues and Projects
    1. Delegating whole issues to an agent (Copilot coding agent)
    2. Tracking progress, reviewing and approving outputs
  • Prompt engineering for developers
    1. Principles of effective instruction design
    2. Iterating over results and tuning prompts
    3. Differences between one-off queries and guided agents
  • Security and governance
    1. Protecting sensitive data and secrets in the Copilot context
    2. Company policies, enabling and disabling features via GitHub Enterprise
    3. Audit logs and usage monitoring
Schedule:
2 days (9:00-17:00)
Price per person:
556.00 € ( 672.76 € incl. 21% VAT)

Training and learning environment

IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
Sample ICT Pro certificate of successful completion of an IT training course.
Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
Exterior view of the COMGUARD office building on Sochorova Street in Brno.
Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Exterior view of the Opatov Park office building in Prague, Chodov.
Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
Fully equipped kitchenette with a coffee machine, microwave, sink, and shelves with cups and glasses.
What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
Coffee station featuring an automatic coffee machine, yellow and white cups, glasses, and syrups.
What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
Table with sweet pastries, fruit syrups, a water dispenser, and glasses set up for training participants.
What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
Wicker baskets filled with packaged savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars.
Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
Outdoor wooden terrace with green surroundings by the glass building of the training center.
Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
Spacious outdoor wooden terrace with seating and views of the surrounding area.
Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.