part0-exploring-codebase.md

Part 0: Exploring the Codebase with GitHub Copilot Chat

GitHub Copilot Chat allows you to ask questions about your code and get intelligent responses.

1. [] Open the solution in Visual Studio 2026 if it is not already open.
2. Click on the Github Copilot Chat in the top-right corner of Visual Studio and select Open Chat Window or press Ctrl+\+C if Copilot chat isn't open.
3. [] Try asking questions about the project structure:
   • What projects are in this solution and how do things work together?
   • How does the Products API work?
4. [] Notice how Copilot analyzes your codebase to provide contextual answers.

Key Takeaway: GitHub Copilot Chat helps you understand unfamiliar codebases by answering questions about the project structure, architecture, and implementation details.