AI Tools
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AI Tools
1. ChatGPT
Use ChatGPT to brainstorm and debug ideas before you write code. Keep prompts specific and include short code or error snippets so the model can reason about the exact issue.
Setup
Create or sign in to your ChatGPT account.
For coding help, paste a minimal reproducible snippet and the exact error output.
2. GitHub Copilot in VS Code
This explains how to install and use GitHub Copilot
Prerequisites
VS Code installed locally
Working SSH access to your EC2 instance
A GitHub account with Copilot Pro access
- Tip: WashU students can get Copilot Pro through the GitHub Student Developer Pack. See Get Copilot Pro via Education Pack below.
Install GitHub Copilot Locally
Open VS Code on your local machine. Open Extensions. Search GitHub Copilot and click Install. Sign in with your GitHub account if prompted.
- You should see the Copilot icon in the status bar.
Get Copilot Pro via the Education Pack
Go to https://education.github.com and sign in with your school email. Apply for the GitHub Student Developer Pack if you haven’t already. After approval, open your GitHub Settings → Billing & plans → Copilot. Activate Copilot Pro (Student). In VS Code, ensure you are signed in to the same GitHub account.
