In this video from GitHub, Eirini Kalliamvakou explains how new developers are increasingly adopting GitHub Copilot, highlighting the growing need for AI fluency and keen judgment when working with AI-powered coding tools.

A New Kind of Developer is Emerging on GitHub

Eirini Kalliamvakou examines a significant trend in the developer landscape: the rising adoption of GitHub Copilot by new developers. According to recent insights, 80% of new developers on GitHub are leveraging Copilot within their very first week.

Key Topics

• AI Fluency: The video highlights the growing importance of possessing the skills to understand, interact with, and effectively harness AI-powered tools. It's not just about learning to use new features, but gaining the judgment to understand what AI can and cannot do.
• Developer Mindset Shift: The emergence of a developer who is comfortable co-creating alongside AI assistants, maintaining an awareness of where human expertise and critical thinking remain essential.
• Impact on Developer Experience:
  • Increased productivity through Copilot
  • Evolvement in onboarding and learning coding concepts
  • The need for responsible and well-informed usage of AI

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