Important
This experiment set out to make individual Copilot chat modes easy to use without the heavy MCP configuration (which awesome-copilot already covers). The catch? The only way to deliver that kind of plug-and-play experience is with server-side memory—and after exhausting every workaround, that requirement is unavoidable.
Server-side memory is a non-starter for our internal security review, so the concept never had a path to production. GitHub then sunset the Copilot apps a few weeks after I finally confirmed the limitation, which sealed the deal.
The test code remains for reference, but the idea itself is retired. A new approach is already brewing elsewhere. 😉
🛡 Security: Report privately → [email protected] (credit + karma included)
A “just install it and go” VS Code + Copilot extension that’s actually fun to use. You get docs, logging, automation, and code review magic-served with security, snark, and a few TV Easter eggs.
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This repo aims to make Copilot’s most opinionated custom chat modes & prompts available in any editor where GitHub Copilot works. I ship my own creations plus any community gold I dig up (
@checkmarkchat), ready to use out of the box—zero config, no copy-paste, no shady surprise APIs. My personal ones debut in awesome-github-copilot for wider testing, then get promoted here once they’re stable.Goal: The Instructionalist at your fingertips for custom instructions, an Architect-on-demand for quick big-picture maps of that legacy app no one dares touch, and The Logfather on call for devs still navigating the wilds of enterprise. Powered by a transparent interceptor that only reads the bare minimum for stable results; everything else goes straight to the official Copilot API you’re already using—no scenic joyrides. Fueled entirely by weekend-project energy, enterprise guardrails, excessive caffeine, and the eternal “just 5 more minutes” mindset. 🫶
- Custom Copilot Chat Modes: Docs, logging, refactoring, and CI/CD—each with its own twist (and sometimes attitude).
- One-click Setup: Install, configure, get out of your own way.
- Security First: All code and features are designed to be safe, open, and 100% transparent.
- Zero Contributor Drama: Feedback is gold, but code changes are closed (for now).
- Install the (not-yet-existing) Extension or GitHub App (from the GitHub or VS Code marketplace — coming soon!)
- Pick Your Mode:
- The Instructionalist for repo rules
- HLBPA (High-level Big-picture Architect) for systems overview
- The Logfather for always on-point enterprise log implementations
- Doc Doctor for technical and user docs
- Refactor Genie for cleanup
- ...or just try
/chat helpto see them all!
- Chat With Copilot: Use implement-feature.prompt.md for new features. All instructions are written for real people—no robotspeak.
- Never trust user input - validate everything.
- No hardcoded secrets (no, not even “just for testing”).
- All dependencies scanned for known vulnerabilities.
- Read the full Security Principles for your AI rulebook.
Found a security issue? Skip the public issue tracker and email [email protected]. I’ll reply as soon as I check my inbox (sometimes even daily!). Bonus: you get credit, good karma, and my eternal gratitude. 🙏
Formal bit for the compliance folks: Please do not disclose vulnerabilities publicly until they’ve been verified and addressed. You’ll receive an acknowledgement and follow-up within 24–48 hours of sending the details.
Right now, contributions are not accepted - it’s just me, Ashley, running this rodeo. That’ll change soon (I hope), so:
- Open issues for bugs, features, or feedback (credit always given)
- Watch the repo for updates (and memes)
- Read the contributing guide for the latest
This project is welcoming, open, and safe for all. If you see something, say something — nicely.
Come at someone sideways and I will escalate into a full-on, caffeine-fueled grudge spiral you’ll still be hearing about three releases from now. 🌀😈
Full Code of Conduct here.
Want to see what’s new? Check CHANGELOG.md or follow the repo. Major updates get real release notes, minor ones might just come with GIFs.
- Inspiration, bug reports, or even meme ideas? Shout them out and you’ll get a place in the docs.
- If you helped or inspired anything here, you’re officially appreciated.
- GH Pages coming soon
- Even more chat modes
- Open for contributors as soon as it’s safe for everyone
🦄 Made for devs, by a dev, with just the right amount of fun. Thanks for checking it out!
This file was generated with ChatGPT as directed by Ashley Childress