Soar to New Heights Devs! Master Coding with GitHub Copilot and Chat.

Welcome aboard our journey into the future of coding with GitHub Copilot, where we channel the Wright Brothers' spirit of innovation. Today, we soar beyond routine coding exercises, charting new territories in automated coding with Copilot as our guide.

This session is a transformative leap, akin to the first flight at Kitty Hawk. With GitHub Copilot, you're not just coding; you're pioneering in the digital era. We're here to elevate your coding skills, empowering you to explore new horizons.

As we conclude, remember that you are the Pilot ready to take-off with GitHub Copilot by your side. After the session you are ready to navigate uncharted coding landscapes and unlock your full potential.

Key Takeaways:
- First, a Flight Demonstration teaches effortless workflow integration, where GitHub Copilot elevates coding efficiency by seamlessly generating code, communications, and ensure stylistic consistency.

- Then, Navigating the Code Clouds distills prompt engineering to master GitHub Copilot's advanced features for code enhancement and refactoring.

- Next, Aviation Incident Analysis offers dynamic demonstrations of GitHub Copilot's troubleshooting prowess in coding emergencies and bug resolution.

- Finally, Auto-Pilot Mode explores leveraging AI for software development stages, automating health checks, CI/CD pipelines for Azure, and discovering Copilot's diverse capabilities. Explore expert prompt engineering methods to coax the best possible result out of a LLM.

Solo Devs' AI Odyssey: From Code to Calm

In an era where technology and mindfulness intersect, the power of AI is reshaping how we approach app development. This session delves into the fascinating world of utilising artificial intelligence to expedite and streamline the development process of a mobile meditation app. We'll explore how Azure AI Speech, DALL-E, Azure OpenAI, and GitHub Copilot converge to eliminate the need for visual designers, voice actors, and sound designers, thereby revolutionising the traditional development workflow.

Attendees will journey through the creation of a self-guided meditation app, learning how different AI technologies can be harnessed to rapidly prototype and even produce market-ready mobile applications. Highlighting two projects – one that generates daily meditation content for YouTube, and another transforming this concept into a mobile app akin to leading meditation platforms – this session is both an inspirational and technical deep dive into the practicalities and possibilities of AI in app development.

Join us for a session that not only enlightens but also inspires, demonstrating how a single developer can leverage AI to not just iterate faster, but to also imaginatively redefine the boundaries of what's possible in app development. Prepare to be provoked, and above all, propelled into a future where your development skills are augmented by the limitless potential of AI.

Achieve 10x Productivity: Becoming an AI-Powered Developer

This session will showcase three personal projects, each demonstrating the practical and innovative use of AI in software development. We'll explore an AI-assisted project in building an Escape Room, leveraging Generative AI. Next, we'll dive into the creation of mind-blowing visuals and content, notably applied to this presentation! Finally, I'll unveil an AI-powered meditation app, illustrating the seamless integration of AI in app development.

Attendees will walk away with actionable insights, including:

- Utilizing AI code assistants for enhanced coding efficiency.
- Creating awesome visuals and sound.
- Integrating AI in your project or app.
- Staying updated and inspired on Generative AI topics and fostering a culture of innovation by sharing knowledge about AI in your organization.
- Adopting a mindset shift towards the use of AI instead of traditional ways of doing things.

Whether you're an AI skeptic or enthusiast, a beginner, or an experienced developer, you'll discover how AI can not only streamline your workflow but also expand the horizons of what you can achieve.

Is ChatGPT a Better Software Engineer Than Me?

In this session, we will explore the capabilities of ChatGPT as a software engineer, including its ability to write code, debug, and troubleshoot issues. We will also discuss the limitations and challenges of using AI in software engineering and consider the implications for the future of the field.

We explore how to become a better developer using AI, touching on the mindset shift from traditional search engines to leveraging ChatGPT. We also discuss the importance of prompt building for effective communication with ChatGPT.

We present various IDE integrated AI tools to assist with coding, writing commits and more. Additionally, we introduce image generation tools like Midjourney and Dall-E for inspiring UI, icon, and artwork design, as well as AI applications for blogging, documentation, and tutorials.

Whether you are a software engineer yourself or simply interested in the role of AI in technology, this session will provide insights and thought-provoking discussions on the intersection of AI and software engineering.

GitHub Copilot Beyond the Basics - 10 Ways to Elevate Your Coding

This presentation takes you on a flight beyond the basics of GitHub Copilot, showcasing 10 advanced and unique use-cases that will elevate your coding. Empower yourself with the countless possibilities offered by using GitHub Copilot. Delve into the ever-evolving world of AI in coding, and learn to adapt and thrive in this dynamic landscape.

Attendees will gain invaluable insights into leveraging Copilot for a broad variety of tasks. Each use-case will be accompanied by real-world examples, demonstrating how Copilot can be a game-changer in both routine and complex coding scenarios. Moreover, this session goes beyond technicalities. It also emphasizes the creative and innovative aspects of using GitHub Copilot, inspiring you to think differently about code.

Join me for a session that elevates you to the boundaries of AI-assisted coding. Get ready for take-off and embark on a journey where your development capabilities are significantly empowered by the advanced features of GitHub Copilot.

This session is tailored for developers who are new to GitHub Copilot or familiar with the basics of GitHub Copilot and are looking to deepen their understanding and application of this tool. It's ideal for those who wish to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of software development by harnessing the latest AI technologies. Attendees are expected to have a basic understanding of coding principles and a keen interest in AI's role in software development. Note that this presentation will include live demonstrations and interactive discussions, encouraging a collaborative learning experience. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with practical skills and unique strategies to enhance their coding using GitHub Copilot.

Rebuilding Classic Video Games using Prompts Only

Thijs challenged himself to rebuild one of his favorite games using AI technology. He was amazed by the fact that he built level 1 of the original Super Mario Brothers in just 20 hours with all its game mechanics and interactions, by prompting only and having the AI make all the changes.

This session is for anybody interested in using AI to significantly increase their productivity.

There will be many demos where you will learn about the o1 model and its reasoning capabilities and GitHub Copilot Agent Mode. Besides the playful parts about building games, Thijs will show how the o1 model and agent mode helps him significantly in his daily job. Last we will enter the Boss Battle Arena and we will add features to the game live on stage. Next, Game Over?

Next level AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot

Join Thijs on a flight highlighting GitHub Copilot as an AI-coding assistant directly built into your favourite IDE. It comes with a feature for inline suggestions and a chat experience which is context-aware of your codebase, helping coders to write code faster. You’ll also learn that GitHub Copilot is not just a coding tool; it is rapidly becoming an ecosystem of Copilots that are tied directly into the GitHub platform. Besides GitHub Copilot’s core features, Thijs will explore preview features like Custom Extensions, Copilot Edits, GitHub Models, and Copilot Workspaces through fun and engaging demos.

Building a Mindfulness App with AI

Thijs will guide you through the creation of a self-guided meditation app using AI technology. Experience how a simple meditation prototype evolved into a full mobile app that is now available on both the Apple and Android app stores.

This talk is ideal for developers, AI enthusiasts, and people with an interest in mindfulness and meditation.

You will learn about Azure AI Speech, DALL-E, Azure OpenAI models, ChatGP, GitHub Copilot and how an independent developer can combine those to build products without the need of a complete team including designers, voice actors, and sound designers.