GitHub Copilot Extensions Launch for All License Tiers – Here’s What You Need to Know

GitHub is rolling out Copilot Extensions for all users, available across all Copilot license tiers.

These extensions allow developers to integrate their favorite tools directly into Copilot Chat, enabling seamless workflows in Visual Studio Code, Visual Studio, JetBrains IDEs, and GitHub.com.

Additionally, Copilot Extensions on GitHub Mobile will be available in the coming weeks.

Unlock New Possibilities with Copilot Extensions

Copilot Extensions offer developers context-aware assistance from tools they already know and use. These extensions bring a wide range of tools directly to your fingertips.

Popular options available today include Perplexity, Stack Overflow, Docker, and Mermaid Chart. With Copilot Extensions, you can boost productivity in just minutes.

For instance, Arm’s extension streamlines cloud adoption and migration. It allows developers to build, test, and deploy software on Arm-based servers while benefiting from the architecture’s efficiency, scalability, and performance.

What’s Available in the Marketplace?

Explore the GitHub Marketplace to discover more extensions and bring new context and capabilities into Copilot Chat.

With just GitHub Copilot access, you’re ready to get started and explore the potential of integrating powerful tools directly into your workflow.

Build Your Own Custom Extensions

GitHub Copilot Extensions also give developers the freedom to create customized public or private extensions tailored to specific needs.

The Copilot Extensions toolkit provides essential code samples and tools, helping you build high-quality extensions for your enterprise or general applications.

New OpenID Connect (OIDC) support for builders replaces the previous X-Github-Token system. This improves security and lowers latency, making it easier to authenticate and authorize with external systems.

How to Build Your Own Extensions

Developers can build tailored extensions with various tools like:

• Copilot skillsets for quick implementation.
• Context passing, which uses a user’s local editor context for personalized, relevant responses.

What’s Next for Copilot Extensions?

GitHub is far from done with Copilot Extensions. The company is reimagining AI-assisted workflows with innovations like agent mode and Project Padawan.

These features are just the beginning of what is possible with GitHub and AI agents. Developers are encouraged to provide feedback and contribute to the growing ecosystem of extensions.

Get started today and explore the possibilities of GitHub Copilot Extensions!