The article by Allison introduces the new functionality in GitHub Copilot’s coding agent, focusing on the integration of remote Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. This enhancement allows developers to configure and utilize remote MCP servers to significantly expand the agent’s context beyond local environments. As a result, the Copilot coding agent is now better equipped to interact with diverse external systems, potentially improving productivity and code intelligence by leveraging broader data sources and environments. This update represents a meaningful step forward in making Copilot a more flexible and powerful AI-assisted development tool.

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