Microsoft outlined steps for developers to migrate existing C++ projects to Visual Studio 2026 with updated toolsets, standards, and SDKs.

Microsoft announced new GitHub Copilot features for C++ developers in Visual Studio, including MSVC upgrade guidance, build optimization, and modern refactoring support.

Copilot is more than just an app on Windows 11, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to get started with the AI chatbot and actions with the app and the integration across the desktop.