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Copilot Extensions

Learn how to integrate external tools with Copilot.

Quickstart for GitHub Copilot Extensions using agents

Build and try out GitHub's Blackbeard extension to learn about the development process for GitHub Copilot Extensions.

Setting up Copilot Extensions

Follow these steps to start building Copilot Extensions.

Creating a Copilot Extension

Learn how to integrate your Copilot agent with a GitHub App to create your Copilot Extension.

Building a Copilot agent for your Copilot Extension

Learn how to build a custom Copilot agent that determines the functionality of your Copilot Extension.

Building a Copilot skillset for your Copilot Extension

Learn how to build a custom Copilot skillset to combine custom skills and extend the capabilities of Copilot.

Using OIDC with GitHub Copilot Extensions

Learn how to use OpenID Connect (OIDC) with your Copilot Extension to enhance security.

Debugging your GitHub Copilot Extension

Learn how to debug your GitHub Copilot Extension from the command line before you publish it.

Managing the availability of your Copilot Extension

After you build your Copilot Extension, you can change it's visibility or publish it on the GitHub Marketplace.