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MSBuild auto-config in C++ language server
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- →Eliminates manual setup steps for MSBuild C++ projects in local development.
- →Reduces token consumption by automating compilation database generation.
- →Improves code intelligence accuracy without requiring external configuration files.
The Microsoft C++ Language Server for GitHub Copilot CLI now automatically bundles its MSBuild compile commands extractor, removing the need for manual configuration or separate agent skills. Previously, users had to provide their own compile_commands.json file or rely on Copilot to locate and execute a configuration skill before accessing features like go-to-definition. The new update makes compilation database generation deterministic and automatic upon project open, significantly reducing setup overhead. An active GitHub Copilot subscription remains required for use.
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- 1GitHub Copilot Enhances Customization and Performance
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- 2GitHub Copilot CLI adds whole codebase indexing for C++
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