GitHub Introduces Copilot Integration with Azure Boards in Public Preview
Timothy Morano Sep 19, 2025 03:26
GitHub unveils a public preview of integrating its Copilot coding agent with Azure Boards, enhancing task management for developers. This update enables seamless task delegation and progress tracking.
GitHub has launched a new public preview feature that allows developers to assign Azure Boards work items to the Copilot coding agent, according to The GitHub Blog. This integration aims to streamline the workflow for developers by enabling them to delegate tasks efficiently and track progress directly from Azure Boards.
Seamless Task Delegation with Copilot
The Copilot coding agent, described as an asynchronous and autonomous developer agent, can now be tasked with assignments from multiple sources, including GitHub Issues, Copilot Chat, and the agents panel on every GitHub page. This feature allows developers to focus on higher-level tasks while Copilot handles routine coding chores in the background, eventually producing a draft pull request for review.
Integration with Azure Boards
For teams utilizing Azure Boards for planning and tracking, this integration represents a significant enhancement. By assigning work items to Copilot, teams can monitor progress and updates seamlessly within the Azure Boards environment. This capability is particularly beneficial for organizations that store their code in GitHub, as it consolidates task management and code collaboration platforms.
Accessing the Preview
Developers interested in exploring this integration can sign up for preview access through the Azure DevOps Blog. This initiative is part of GitHub's ongoing efforts to enhance developer productivity by integrating its innovative tools with popular project management solutions.
Future Implications
This development is indicative of a broader trend towards automation in software development. By leveraging artificial intelligence to manage coding tasks, developers can potentially increase their efficiency and focus on more strategic aspects of software projects. The integration of Copilot with Azure Boards is a step forward in realizing this vision.
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