Presented by Liam Hampton, this workshop video showcases practical strategies for modernizing applications using GitHub Copilot, focusing on code conversion, prompt breakdown, and developer productivity in VS Code.

Modernizing Applications with GitHub Copilot: Workshop Overview

Presented by: Liam Hampton (LinkedIn)

Overview

This hands-on video workshop explores how to modernize applications using GitHub Copilot. Key strategies include:

• Converting application code from one language to another
• Breaking down complex modernization tasks into smaller, manageable prompts
• Applying effective prompt engineering techniques to maximize Copilot’s assistance

Key Topics Covered

• Practical steps for language conversion using Copilot
• Leveraging Copilot as a developer productivity tool
• Integrating Copilot into your workflow with Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
• Example code samples and live demo walkthrough

Workshop Resources

• Workshop Code Repository: Direct Link to Resources

Speaker

• Liam Hampton: Experienced developer advocate with expertise in Copilot integration and application modernization.

Who Should Watch

• Developers and teams considering app modernization strategies
• Anyone interested in applying AI tools such as GitHub Copilot in daily coding tasks
• Those seeking practical, hands-on insight into Copilot-powered refactoring and code management

This session provides actionable steps and a ready-to-use code sample so you can start modernizing your own applications immediately.