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GitHub Copilot CLI

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description GitHub Copilot CLI Overview

GitHub Copilot CLI is a command-line tool that allows developers to interact with the GitHub Copilot service directly from their terminal, enabling features like code completion and generation without needing a connected IDE.

help GitHub Copilot CLI FAQ

What can GitHub Copilot CLI do in a terminal?

GitHub Copilot CLI can answer coding questions, write and debug code, inspect project files, and interact with GitHub from the command line. Its interactive interface starts with the `copilot` command.

Which operating systems support GitHub Copilot CLI?

GitHub documents support for Linux, macOS, and Windows through PowerShell or Windows Subsystem for Linux. Windows users therefore do not need to run a separate IDE to use the terminal interface.

Does GitHub Copilot CLI require a particular Node.js version?

The current getting-started documentation lists Node.js 22 or later as the prerequisite for the npm installation. Authentication can be completed with `copilot login` or with a supported GitHub token.

Can GitHub Copilot CLI run non-interactively?

Yes, the CLI supports programmatic use with the `-p` flag, which allows prompts to be used in scripts. It also includes commands such as `copilot init`, `copilot mcp`, and `copilot version`.

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