extracting-information.md

title	Extracting information
shortTitle	Extract information
intro	Copilot Chat in GitHub can help you extract key information from issues and discussions.
versions	feature copilot
complexity	Simple
octicon	copilot
category	Communicate effectively Author and optimize with Copilot Scale institutional knowledge
contentType	tutorials

{% data variables.copilot.copilot_chat %} can help you extract key information from issues and discussions, making it easier to summarize and understand the content. You can ask {% data variables.copilot.copilot_chat_short %} to identify important details, such as action items, deadlines, or specific requests.

Example scenario 1

You are reviewing a long discussion thread about a feature request. You want to quickly identify the main points and any action items that need to be addressed.

Example prompt

Can you summarize the key points and action items from this discussion?

Example response

{% data reusables.copilot.example-prompts.response-is-an-example %}

Key Points:
- The feature request aims to improve the user interface for better accessibility.
- There are concerns about the impact on existing users and workflows.
- Action items include gathering feedback from users and conducting usability testing.
Action Items:
- [ ] Gather feedback from users by the end of the week.
- [ ] Conduct usability testing with a focus group next month.

Example scenario 2

You have a number of open issues assigned to you, and you want to extract the deadlines and priorities for each issue to help you prioritize your work.

Example prompt

Can you list the open issues assigned to me, along with their deadlines and priorities?

Example response

{% data reusables.copilot.example-prompts.response-is-an-example %}

Issue 1:
- Deadline: Next Friday
- Priority: High

Issue 2:
- Deadline: End of the month
- Priority: Medium

Issue 3:
- Deadline: No specific deadline
- Priority: Low

Further reading

{% data reusables.copilot.example-prompts.further-reading-items %}