Microsoft Unveils Private Preview: Azure Boards Now Integrated with GitHub Copilot

Written By Nolaine Puig

Microsoft has opened a private preview that connects Azure Boards with GitHub Copilot, allowing developers to move work items seamlessly into AI-assisted coding. This integration aims to accelerate planning and development while keeping project tracking in one streamlined workflow.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Tasks you can automate:

    You can do bug fixes, incremental features, test coverage improvements, documentation updates, and technical-debt cleanup.

  • Step 1 – Prepare the work item:

    Write clear instructions in the work item description, then click “Create a pull request with GitHub Copilot.” Select your repository and add any extra details.

  • Step 2 – Copilot gets to work:

    The Copilot coding agent generates a branch and draft pull request, automatically linking it back to the Azure Boards item.

  • Step 3 – Review the results:

    Depending on complexity, Copilot completes the plan and updates the work item status once the pull request is ready for review.

  • Requirements to enable:

    To use this feature, you must have GitHub-hosted repositories, enable the Azure Boards–GitHub integration, activate the Copilot agent on those repositories, and have your organization approved for the private preview. Make sure to update the Azure Boards GitHub App permissions if needed.

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