Git

The Git data source connects Copilot to your Git repositories, enabling access to your codebase. It allows Copilot to track changes, automate tasks like issue creation, and keep your team updated on code changes.

Git Data source

Connect your Git repository to Copilot

How to Connect Git

Follow these steps to get a token and connect your Git repository to Copilot:

1. Go to GitHub Settings and navigate to Developer Settings.

   Navigate to Settings in GitHub.

   Navigate to Developer Settings in GitHub.

2. Under Developer Settings, click on Personal Access Tokens and select Fine-grained Tokens.

   Click on Personal Access Tokens.

   Choose Fine-grained Tokens under Personal Access Tokens.

3. Click on Generate New Token.

   • Enter a Token Name.

     Enter Token Name

   • Select the Expiration duration.

     Choose Token Expiration Duration

   • Click the Generate Token button.

     Provide token details and generate a new token

4. A new token will be generated. Make sure to copy this token immediately, as it will not be visible again.

   Expiration duration

5. Paste the generated token into the designated field in Copilot.

   Paste the token into Copilot to authenticate.

6. Provide the Git Repository Link that you want to add as a data source. Click on Connect to finalize the setup.

   Enter your Git repository link and connect it to Copilot