Skill · Backend
Copilot sdk
Build applications that programmatically interact with GitHub Copilot. The SDK wraps the Copilot CLI via JSON-RPC, providing session management, custom tools, hooks, MCP server integration, and streaming across Node.js, Python, Go, and .NET.
How to use it
- Start your plan and connect your AI once
- Ask for the task in your own words, or say it directly:
Use the Copilot sdk skill to help me with this.Without a connection: copy the SKILL.md below into your AI's project instructions.
GitHub Copilot SDK
Build applications that programmatically interact with GitHub Copilot. The SDK wraps the Copilot CLI via JSON-RPC, providing session management, custom tools, hooks, MCP server integration, and streaming across Node.js, Python, Go, and .NET.
Detailed Guide
Read [the detailed guide](references/detailed-guide.md) before executing this skill. It retains the complete procedure and reference material. Treat its safety, prerequisites, and validation requirements as mandatory. For focused work, load the relevant sections; for end-to-end work, read the guide completely.
Prerequisites
- GitHub Copilot CLI installed and authenticated (
copilot --versionto verify) - GitHub Copilot subscription (Individual, Business, or Enterprise) — not required for BYOK
- Runtime: Node.js 18+ / Python 3.8+ / Go 1.21+ / .NET 8.0+
When to Use
This skill is applicable to execute the workflow or actions described in the overview.
Limitations
- Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
- Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
- Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing.