In this post, we’ll explore how to use GitHub Copilot to generate Java code and unit tests with minimal manual input. Using a real-world example—a mortgage calculator service—you’ll see how Copilot can help write both the core logic and the corresponding unit tests. Whether you’re new to AI-assisted development or curious about Copilot’s capabilities in a Java environment, this tutorial will give you practical insight into how it works—and where human oversight still matters.
This post walks through a hands-on experiment in agentic development using an AI-powered digital twin embedded in the IDE. See how a single, well-structured prompt enabled the agent to implement a real user story, generate behavioral tests, and prepare Git commit documentation—with minimal developer input. Includes real-world code samples, implementation insights, and a candid look at what worked, what didn’t, and where human oversight is still essential.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to leverage Ollama, a popular tool for local LLM execution, and the Continue VS Code extension to create a powerful coding environment. Follow along, and you’ll be running AI-powered code suggestions in no time!
Welcome to the second part of our series on Codeium Windsurf. If you haven’t yet, check out Part 1 to get detailed insights into what Windsurf is and the features it brings to your coding environment. In this section, we’ll explore how you can leverage Codeium Windsurf’s features to accelerate your coding projects using real code examples.
Windsurf Series Introduction
This is Part 1 of a 2-part blog series. In Part 1, you’ll learn:
How to go from 10x to 100x productivity using the AI-assisted coding tool Windsurf
What Windsurf is and how it enhances your IDE with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
Best practices for using features like Autocomplete, Supercomplete, Chat, Command, and Cascade
How context-aware code generation can save time and reduce errors
Tips to get the most out of Windsurf without falling into common pitfalls
Whether you’re aiming to automate repetitive tasks or radically accelerate full-project development, this guide will show you how Windsurf can reshape your workflow and maximize your impact. Then in part two, we’ll move from theory to practice, showcasing real-world code examples.