Updates to GitHub Copilot interaction data usage policy

1. 1
   Review Collected Data Types

   Familiarize yourself with the specific types of interaction data GitHub Copilot collects, including code snippets and telemetry, as detailed in the updated policy.
2. 2
   Understand Data Usage

   Examine how the collected data is utilized for product improvement, model training, and feature development to ensure transparency.
3. 3
   Evaluate Private Code Controls

   Verify the explicit information provided on user control over private code and how it is handled, especially concerning proprietary information.
4. 4
   Align with Organizational Standards

   Assess how GitHub Copilot's updated policy aligns with your organization's security standards, intellectual property protection, and ethical AI guidelines.
5. 5
   Adjust Internal Best Practices

   Based on your review, update internal best practices and tool adoption strategies for AI-assisted development to comply with the new policy and your organizational requirements.

Review your GitHub Copilot settings for data sharing options:

1. Go to GitHub.com.
2. Click your profile photo, then click 'Settings'.
3. In the left sidebar, click 'Copilot'.
4. Review and adjust 'Suggestions matching public code' and 'Allow GitHub to use my code snippets to improve Copilot' settings as needed.

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