GitHub Copilot AI Agents: The Secret to 10x Engineering in 2026

In this article, I’ll show you how to unlock the full power of GitHub Copilot agents inside VS Code. There are actually three main types of Copilot agents-most people only know about one, but I’m going to show you all of them. By the end, you’ll be able to create custom agents that act as your own specialized “sub-agents.” Getting Started: The Setup Before we dive into the agents, make sure your environment is ready. Update VS Code: Ensure you are on the latest version. Enable Agent Settings: Go