Visual Studio 17.10 Preview 2: GitHub Copilot-powered Pull Requests, SSDT Support for VS in ARM64

Microsoft has released Visual Studio 17.10 Preview 2, introducing a host of new features for developers. This latest version comes with enhancements such as GitHub Copilot-powered pull requests, support for SQL Server Developer Tools in VS on ARM64, and Garbage Collection Insights in Managed Memory Window.

GitHub Copilot-powered Pull Requests

One of the most noteworthy additions in Visual Studio 17.10 Preview 2 is the integration of GitHub Copilot-powered pull requests. This feature enhances the collaboration process by leveraging the power of Copilot to suggest code snippets and improvements directly within pull requests.

SSDT Support for VS in ARM64

Developers working on ARM64 devices can now benefit from SQL Server Developer Tools (SSDT) support in Visual Studio. This inclusion allows for seamless database development on ARM64 architecture, expanding the capabilities of Visual Studio to a wider range of devices.

Garbage Collection Insights in Managed Memory Window

In this release, Visual Studio introduces support for Garbage Collection Insights in the Managed Memory Window. This feature provides developers with in-depth visibility into garbage collection activities, helping optimize memory management for improved application performance.

With these exciting updates, Visual Studio 17.10 Preview 2 empowers developers with enhanced collaboration tools, expanded support for ARM64 architecture, and improved memory management capabilities. Stay tuned for more updates and innovations from Microsoft's flagship development environment.

By Robert Krzaczyński