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Michelle Duke

Michelle Duke

Developer Advocate, GitHub

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Master Test Writing with GitHub Copilot

About the Talk

Unleash the power of GitHub Copilot, your AI pair programmer. GitHub Copilot can be a game-changer when it comes to writing tests. GitHub Copilot can generate code snippets based on your .natural language descriptions.

In this session we'll introduce you to GitHub Copilot and how it leverages machine learning to assist developers in writing code. When it comes to writing code however, many developers enjoy focusing on the code aspect. We love writing code and moving onto the next exciting project. Writing tests is an important aspect of software development, and one many developers dread doing.

We'll cover the different types of tests, and how to use GitHub Copilot to help you write different types of tests for your projects. We'll discuss some of the best practices when it comes to prompt engineering, and how to get the most out of GitHub Copilot.

Key Takeaways:

  • Introduction to GitHub and how it leverages machine learning to provide lines or whole code functions
  • The basics of testing: why it's important, different test types
  • Using GitHub Copilot to write tests
  • Generating test cases
  • Testing automation
  • How to get the most out of GitHub Copilot (prompt engineering)

About the Speaker

Michelle Duke, Developer Advocate at GitHub, is a versatile figure within the tech and gaming spheres. With a passion for creating exceptional experiences and fostering engagement within the vibrant GitHub developer community, Michelle brings a wealth of experience to her role.

Having graced over 250 stages, Michelle is an accomplished speaker on topics ranging from AI and the future of work to communication and teamwork, often showcasing technical demonstrations. Her leadership within the hackathon community is widely respected, having not only won numerous competitions but also organized and mentored over 100 hackathons.

Beyond her advocacy work, Michelle is a serial entrepreneur, having founded several tech companies, including an AI venture and an escooter business. This entrepreneurial spirit places her at the forefront of Melbourne's science, tech, esports, and startup landscapes.

In her 'spare' time she is a streamer, journalist, and always working on something exciting. So catch her at an event or streaming on Twitch!

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