AI Challenge BITE-CON 2026

Supercharging Innovation with GitHub Copilot Step into the future of software development at AI Activation, a three‑day immersive experience designed to ignite creativity, accelerate technical skill‑building, and empower developers of all levels to harness the full potential of GitHub Copilot. Whether you’re new to AI‑assisted coding or ready to push the boundaries of intelligent development, this activation sets the stage for what’s possible when human ingenuity meets AI‑powered tooling. Day 1 — Setting the Stage: AI‑Assisted Development with GitHub Copilot 10:00 am - 2:00 pm The week opens with a dynamic, hands‑on introduction to AI‑assisted development in a hands-on lab environment. Participants will explore how GitHub Copilot transforms the coding workflow—from ideation to implementation—by generating code, offering suggestions, and accelerating problem‑solving. This session lays the foundation for the hackathon ahead, ensuring every participant is equipped to build confidently with AI at their side. IMPORTANT You must also register for Day 1 at Microsoft Events to obtain a hands-on lab environment: AI-Assisted Development with GitHub Copilot Days 2 & 3 — GitHub Copilot Hackathon 10:00 am - 2:00 pm In a hands-on lab environment, over two high‑energy days, teams will put Copilot to the test through a guided hackathon focused on real‑world development challenges. With mentorship, collaboration, and rapid prototyping at the center, participants will: Hackathon Goals Gain a clear understanding of how GitHub Copilot enhances productivity and elevates the coding experienceDevelop a C# application using GitHub Copilot as a coding partnerBuild and refine an Azure Resource Manager (ARM) template with AI‑assisted guidanceExplore and apply advanced Copilot features for smarter, faster developmentGenerate clean, structured documentation using Copilot’s natural‑language capabilities GitHub Copilot Development Outcomes Participants will walk away having learned how to: Build applications in VS Code using GitHub Copilot for AI‑assisted developmentCreate, refactor, and test an Azure OpenAI web applicationAutomate deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions and secure secrets managementEnhance applications with prompt engineering, feature expansion, and collaborative workflows powered by Copilot Agent IMPORTANT You must also register for Day 2 & 3 at Microsoft Events to obtain a hands-on lab environment GitHub Copilot – Hackathon Why Attend? AI Activation is more than a workshop—it’s a launchpad. Across three days, developers, students, and innovators will gain practical skills, build portfolio‑ready projects, and experience firsthand how AI is reshaping the future of software creation. This is your moment to level up, experiment boldly, and join a community committed to building the next era of tech.