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GitHub brings AI-assisted permissions to general availability

GitHub Copilot now uses a large language model to automatically approve safe permission requests across the CLI, app, and Visual Studio Code.

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Summary

GitHub released assisted permissions for Copilot in the CLI, app, and Visual Studio Code. A large language model evaluates permission requests to automatically run safe commands, file accesses, and URL openings without manual approval. Enterprise administrators can also configure default modes and blocking policies.

What changed

  • Assisted permissions are generally available in GitHub Copilot CLI, app, and Visual Studio Code.
  • A large language model evaluates requests to automatically run clearly safe commands, file access, and URLs.
  • Enterprise administrators can manage settings to block allow all or disable assisted permissions.

Availability

Available now

“Assisted permissions are now generally available in GitHub Copilot CLI, GitHub Copilot app, and Visual Studio Code.”

Founder takeaway

Review your enterprise settings if applicable, and test the assisted permissions mode to reduce manual approval prompts in your development workflow.

Source

GitHubGitHub Copilot assisted permissions generally available - GitHub Changelog

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