Coding Smarter with GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT Practice Exam
Coding Smarter with GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT Practice Exam
This exam assesses a candidate's proficiency in leveraging AI-powered tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to enhance software development workflows. It evaluates skills in writing, optimizing, and debugging code using AI-driven assistance while ensuring best practices in software engineering. The exam focuses on improving coding efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and enhancing problem-solving with AI-driven suggestions.
Skills Required
- Understanding its integration with code editors, generating code snippets, completing functions, and refactoring code efficiently.
- Leveraging AI for problem-solving, debugging, code explanations, and improving coding logic.
- Managing repositories, handling pull requests, and collaborating effectively using Git.
- Implementing best practices for maintainable, scalable, and efficient code while using AI-generated suggestions responsibly.
- Identifying and resolving errors with AI-powered assistance to enhance productivity.
- Utilizing AI to streamline workflows, automate documentation, and generate boilerplate code.
Who should take the Exam?
This exam is ideal for software developers, engineers, and technical professionals who want to enhance their coding efficiency using AI-driven tools. It is suitable for:
- Developers and Programmers
- Software Engineers
- DevOps and IT Professionals
- Technical Leads and Architects
- Learners who want to build a strong foundation in AI-assisted programming and GitHub collaboration.
Course Outline
The Coding Smarter with GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 - Introduction
- Overview
Domain 2 - Environment Setup
- Creating a GitHub Account
- Setting Up an OpenAI Account
- Installing and Configuring VSCode
Domain 3 - Introduction to ChatGPT
- Understanding ChatGPT and Its Capabilities
- How ChatGPT Learns to Code
- The Four Key Principles of Effective Prompting
Domain 4 - ChatGPT Use Cases in Development
- Practical Applications of ChatGPT
- Conducting Research Efficiently
- Structuring React App Folders and Files
- Generating Code Snippets and Functions
- Creating React Components with AI Assistance
- Understanding and Explaining Code (RegEx, Python, JavaScript)
- Regular Expressions (RegEx) - Hands-on Task
Domain 5 - Alternative AI Assistants: Google Gemini (Bard)
- Summary of ChatGPT Capabilities
- Google Gemini (Bard) - Features and Comparison
- Integrating AI Assistants Within an IDE
Domain 6 - Getting Started with GitHub Copilot
- Introduction to GitHub Copilot
- Understanding Copilot’s Functionality
- Step-by-Step Setup Guide
- Installing Copilot and Copilot Chat
- How Copilot Enhances Coding Productivity
Domain 7 - Writing-Based Prompting in Copilot
- Using Written Prompts Effectively
- Advanced Prompting Techniques
- Best Practices for Writing Meaningful Prompts
- Understanding Context from Open Files
Domain 8 - Using Copilot Chat & Comment-Based Prompting
- Generating Code with Comment-Based Prompts
- Dockerizing an Express App with Copilot
Domain 9 - Advanced Copilot Features & Productivity Tips
- Utilizing Agents (@vscode & @terminal) for Efficiency
- Working with @workspace Agent in Complex Repositories
- Best Practices and Advanced Git Productivity Tips
Domain 10 - Hands-On Project: Building a Game
- Generating a Tic-Tac-Toe Game Using GitHub Copilot
