GitHub Copilot CLI as a PR-triage co-pilot: how I keep up with 40+ upstream orgs
The article discusses how Mukunda Rao Katta utilizes GitHub Copilot CLI to manage contributions across over 40 open-source repositories. By employing specific prompts, he streamlines the process of triaging pull requests and navigating unfamiliar codebases. While Copilot enhances efficiency, it is emphasized that it should not replace thorough understanding of the code.
- ▪Mukunda Rao Katta has been managing a one-person open-source program for 18 months.
- ▪He uses GitHub Copilot CLI to assist with triaging pull requests and navigating new repositories.
- ▪The tool is effective for mapping repositories and generating initial code but is not reliable for understanding cross-file dependencies.
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