developer onboarding

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Developer onboarding on WindowsForum.com covers the process of getting new developers set up with tools and platforms for Windows app and AI development. Recent discussions highlight Microsoft's efforts to simplify onboarding, such as making GitHub Copilot Chat built-in by default in VS Code 1.116, eliminating the need for manual extension installation. The Microsoft Store is also evolving with free developer onboarding, AI integration, and improved app discovery for Copilot+ PCs. These changes aim to reduce friction for new developers, whether they are building traditional Windows apps or leveraging AI coding agents. The tag reflects a focus on lowering barriers to entry and streamlining the initial setup experience for developers on Microsoft platforms.
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    VS Code 1.116 Makes Copilot Chat Built In with Agent Debug Logging

    Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code 1.116 is less a routine point release than a signal flare about where the editor is headed next. The headline change is simple but important: GitHub Copilot Chat is now built in by default, so new users no longer have to discover, install, and configure an...
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    Microsoft Store Evolution: AI, Free Developer Onboarding, and App Discovery Breakthroughs

    The digital marketplace is entering a new era, and at its center is the Microsoft Store—a platform rapidly evolving to be more than just a storefront. With its latest round of developer-focused changes, Microsoft is setting its sights on transforming how Windows app creators onboard, distribute...
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