GitHub Copilot now integrates with Microsoft Teams and Azure Boards

"We can solve any problem by introducing an extra level of indirection." - David J Wheeler. Given that theorem, and applying a little abstract spin, I find it extremely refreshing (and interesting, and cool) to see the many ways in which GitHub is injecting itself into developer flow, effectively reducing layers of indirection.

Two awesome releases yesterday for Github users - together these let teams assign work directly to Copilot from an MS Teams conversation or an Azure Boards work item. So as long as you have your repos on GitHub it's now easier than ever to collaborate with your agents!

🚀 Microsoft just dropped something exciting — the Copilot-powered GitHub app for Teams (now in public preview)! This brings GitHub right into your Teams conversations, letting you discuss issues, create PRs, review code, and even generate fixes with Copilot — all without switching tabs. It’s repo-aware, respects branch protections, and cuts down context switching so teams can move from chat → code → delivery seamlessly. For anyone juggling Teams + GitHub daily, this feels like a real productivity boost. Check it out …⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ghN9kkjr

Are you looking to enhance your productivity with OneDrive? Copilot's new File Explorer tricks can significantly streamline your workflow. These tools offer efficient ways to manage your files and access important documents with ease. Discover how to utilize these time-saving features in the full article here: https://ift.tt/QFHeipj #Productivity #OneDrive #Copilot #FileManagement #TechTips #byAI

I found myself drowning in bookmarks; only a handful matter day to day. I made QuickLink to pin the important ones to the macOS menu bar. Introducing QuickLink — a minimal macOS menu bar utility built with SwiftUI. Great for jumping to Jira, Notion, GitHub, or internal tools without context switching. Feedback and ideas (search, groups, keyboard shortcuts) welcome! Watch the demo and try it here: https://lnkd.in/ehMqYsSS #SwiftUI #macOS #OpenSource #IndieDev #Productivity

✅ Phase 1: Free Copilot Chat in Microsoft 365 Apps (Already Live) As of September 2025, Copilot Chat is now free for all Microsoft 365 business users across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. You can: Use AI chat directly inside your documents, spreadsheets, and emails Ask questions, summarize content, and automate tasks Access it via desktop apps, web, or mobile No extra cost for basic usage — though advanced features like file uploads or image generation still require the $30/month GPT-5-powered license. 🚀 Phase 2: Automatic Copilot App Installation (October–November 2025) Starting October 2025, Microsoft will begin automatically installing the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on all Windows devices with Microsoft 365 desktop apps (outside the European Economic Area). This app: Acts as a central hub for Copilot experiences Adds a Start Menu shortcut for quick access Will be enabled by default unless admins opt out The full rollout is expected to complete by mid-November 2025.

Microsoft is rolling out Researcher and other prebuilt #Copilot Agents (like Analyst and Surveys Frontier) in #Word for Microsoft 365 Copilot licensed users. The rollout applies to Word on Windows, Word on the web, and Word for Mac. Agents can be asked directly in Copilot Chat by @mentioning them or adding them via the + menu. https://topedia.net/0lBG8A

Microsoft Copilot can now analyze and answer questions about your OneDrive files directly in File Explorer. Here's how this works.

🚨 Reminder Big change from Microsoft! Starting October 2025, Microsoft will automatically install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Windows devices (outside the EEA) that already have Microsoft 365 desktop apps. This new app will serve as a central hub for AI-powered Copilot features across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more, making it easier for users to access productivity tools 💡. 👉 Rollout: early October through mid-November 👉 Installed by default in the Start Menu 👉 Admins can still opt out via the Apps Admin Center #Microsoft #AI #Copilot #Productivity #FutureOfWork #Microsoft365 🚀 HCLTech State Farm

Just finished the course “Learning Microsoft Power Apps” by Gini von Courter! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/dNh6nt2q #microsoftpowerapps.