GitHub Copilot Testing Prompt for Developers
A specialized prompt combining GitHub Copilot's capabilities with Developer workflows for testing. This template helps Developers write tests using GitHub Copilot's inline suggestions and chat.
I'm a Developer using GitHub Copilot and I need to write tests. ## My Role & Context - Role: Developer - Primary responsibility: Writing and debugging code - Tool: GitHub Copilot ## The Task [Describe what you need to write tests] ## Code/Content ``` [Paste relevant code or content] ``` ## Requirements - Approach should fit Developer workflows - Leverage GitHub Copilot's inline suggestions - Focus on testing best practices ## Expected Output Please provide: 1. Analysis relevant to my role as a Developer 2. Step-by-step approach to write tests 3. How to use GitHub Copilot effectively for this task
How to Use This Prompt
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Copy the prompt template
Click the copy button above to copy the prompt to your clipboard.
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Open GitHub Copilot
Start a new conversation or use the appropriate input area.
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Customize the placeholders
Replace all text in [brackets] with your specific context and requirements.
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Submit and iterate
Review the response and ask follow-up questions to refine the output.
Tips for Better Results
- •GitHub Copilot excels at inline suggestions - leverage this for testing tasks
- •As a Developer, frame your testing requests in terms of writing and debugging code
- •Use GitHub Copilot's chat to iterate on the results
- •Ask for explanations that help you learn testing best practices
- •Save this prompt as a Retext snippet: ;gitede
Prompt Variations
[Developer + GitHub Copilot] Write tests this with focus on [specific aspect]: ``` [code] ``` Consider my workflow of writing and debugging code.
Using GitHub Copilot as a Developer, create a testing guide for: [describe project/code] Include GitHub Copilot-specific tips.
I'm a Developer who needs to write tests regularly. Help me create a reusable GitHub Copilot workflow for this.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this GitHub Copilot Testing Prompt for Developers effective?
This template is structured to provide GitHub Copilot with the right context for the task. It includes placeholders for your project details, clear requirements, and expected output format, helping you get more accurate and useful responses.
How do I customize this prompt for my needs?
Replace all text in [brackets] with your specific information. Include relevant code snippets, describe your tech stack, and specify any constraints or requirements unique to your situation. The more context you provide, the better the results.
Can I save this prompt for quick access?
Yes! Use Retext to save this prompt as a text snippet. Create a trigger like ';prompt' and paste this template as the expansion. Then you can quickly access it anywhere by typing your trigger.
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