GitHub Integrates Copilot into Microsoft Teams
According to GitHub. GitHub announces a new app for Microsoft Teams that enables developers to turn repository notifications into actionable code.
- • Users can mention @GitHub to investigate issues, fix bugs, and create pull requests directly in Teams.
- • The new app consolidates notification management and AI-powered coding assistance.
- • The legacy GitHub app will be retired on November 16, 2026.
New Workflow Capabilities
The updated GitHub app for Microsoft Teams allows teams to receive repository notifications in channels or chats and interact with them using @GitHub. By leveraging the linked issue or pull request context, the integrated Copilot functionality can assist developers in investigating bugs, running tests, and drafting pull requests without leaving the Teams interface.
Transition and Retirement
GitHub has confirmed that the legacy application will be renamed to 'GitHub (deprecated)' and is scheduled for retirement on November 16, 2026. Users are advised to install the new consolidated app to ensure uninterrupted access to notification services and to utilize the new Copilot-powered features within their collaborative workflows.
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