GitHub Copilot 101 & Git/GitHub Workshop
Two-session event covering AI-powered development with GitHub Copilot and hands-on Git/GitHub fundamentals with open source contributions.
A comprehensive two-session event at Universidad Católica San Pablo in Arequipa, combining AI-powered development tools with practical version control fundamentals.
Session 1: GitHub Copilot 101
The first session introduced students to AI-powered programming with GitHub Copilot.
What We Covered
- GitHub Copilot fundamentals and how to use AI for coding
- GitHub MCP Server and its capabilities
- GitHub Copilot Agent features
- GitHub Spark for rapid development
- Best practices for leveraging AI tools in early career stages
We discussed strategies for maximizing these AI tools, particularly for developers just starting their careers.
Session 2: Git & GitHub Workshop
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching version control from scratch.
Core Concepts
Students learned essential Git and GitHub skills:
- Version control fundamentals
- Working with branches
- Creating meaningful commits
- Pull requests and code review
- Real-world project collaboration
First Open Source Contribution
Participants made their first open source contribution to the event’s website, which featured:
- Static site generator implementation
- Automated pipeline with GitHub Actions
- Each published contribution served as an entry ticket for a special GitHub prize raffle
Impact
The workshop provided students with practical skills they could immediately apply in their academic projects and future professional work, while also giving them their first taste of open source contribution.