GitHub Integrates Copilot into Microsoft Teams for Streamlined Workflow

Enhanced Integration

GitHub has introduced an updated application for Microsoft Teams that merges notification management with its Copilot AI assistant. The goal is to allow development teams to address issues and generate code changes directly within the Teams interface.

Core Features

• Integrated Notifications: Receive alerts for issues and updates in channels, group chats, or private conversations.
• Actionable AI: Users can @mention GitHub to initiate investigations, suggest fixes, and draft pull requests.
• Workflow Continuity: The integration aims to reduce context switching by allowing teams to review, test, and merge code without leaving the chat environment.

Deployment and Migration

For users currently utilizing the previous "GitHub notifications" app, an update to the latest version is required to access these features.

Users still relying on the legacy GitHub application should note the following:

• The legacy app will be rebranded as "GitHub (deprecated)."
• Service for the legacy app is scheduled to retire on November 16.
• Users must install the new consolidated app to maintain service continuity and access Copilot features.

To begin, users should install the new app, @mention @GitHub, and follow the authentication prompts to connect their specific repositories. Further technical support and community discussions are available via the official GitHub Community forums.