copilot-sdk
Helps your agent use GitHub Copilot programmatically. It allows controlling Copilot, adding new tools, and integrating with other systems.
What it does
This tool lets you build programs that control GitHub Copilot. You can make Copilot perform specific tasks, manage conversations, and integrate it with other tools.
When to use it
- ✓When you want to automate tasks with Copilot.
- ✓When creating custom tools that use Copilot's intelligence.
- ✓To integrate Copilot into other software you are developing.
Example of what to ask your AI
“Create a program that uses GitHub Copilot to generate Python code for a simple website.”
Want more? Open the sections below.
How to use
The easiest way: copy the message below and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or any AI. It reads the skill and follows the instructions.
Skill link
Ready-to-paste message
How it works
It works by connecting your program to Copilot through a system called JSON-RPC. This allows your program to send commands and receive responses from Copilot.
Installation
Easiest way: copy the skill link and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor asking it to follow the instructions.
In the terminal (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor), in your project folder:
npx skills add sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills --skill copilot-sdkOr download just the file:
curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills/main/plugins/agentic-awesome-skills-claude/skills/copilot-sdk/SKILL.md -o SKILL.mdTechnical content (original SKILL.md)
Original text by the author, straight from GitHub.
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 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.
FAQ
Do I need GitHub Copilot installed?
Yes, you need to have the GitHub Copilot CLI installed and set up on your computer.
Do I need to pay for GitHub Copilot?
Yes, a GitHub Copilot subscription (Individual, Business, or Enterprise) is usually required, unless you are using a specific setup called BYOK.
What programming languages can I use?
You can use Node.js, Python, Go, or .NET to build your programs.
Details
Original description by the author
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.
Popularity
- GitHub stars
- 48k
- Ranking position
- #2654
- License
- MIT
- Updated
- 10/15/2026
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