azure-hosted-copilot-sdk
Build and deploy GitHub Copilot SDK apps to Azure. USE FOR: build copilot app, create copilot app, copilot SDK, @github/copilot-sdk, scaffold copilot project, copilot-powered app, deploy copilot app, host on azure, azure model, BYOM, bring your own model, use my own model, azure openai model, DefaultAzureCredential, self-hosted model, copilot SDK service, chat app with copilot, copilot-sdk-service template, azd init copilot, CopilotClient, createSession, sendAndWait, GitHub Models API. DO NOT USE FOR: using Copilot (not building with it), Copilot Extensions, Azure Functions without Copilot, general web apps without copilot SDK, Foundry agent hosting (use microsoft-foundry skill), agent evaluation (use microsoft-foundry skill).
Best use case
azure-hosted-copilot-sdk is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Build and deploy GitHub Copilot SDK apps to Azure. USE FOR: build copilot app, create copilot app, copilot SDK, @github/copilot-sdk, scaffold copilot project, copilot-powered app, deploy copilot app, host on azure, azure model, BYOM, bring your own model, use my own model, azure openai model, DefaultAzureCredential, self-hosted model, copilot SDK service, chat app with copilot, copilot-sdk-service template, azd init copilot, CopilotClient, createSession, sendAndWait, GitHub Models API. DO NOT USE FOR: using Copilot (not building with it), Copilot Extensions, Azure Functions without Copilot, general web apps without copilot SDK, Foundry agent hosting (use microsoft-foundry skill), agent evaluation (use microsoft-foundry skill).
Teams using azure-hosted-copilot-sdk should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/azure-hosted-copilot-sdk/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How azure-hosted-copilot-sdk Compares
| Feature / Agent | azure-hosted-copilot-sdk | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Build and deploy GitHub Copilot SDK apps to Azure. USE FOR: build copilot app, create copilot app, copilot SDK, @github/copilot-sdk, scaffold copilot project, copilot-powered app, deploy copilot app, host on azure, azure model, BYOM, bring your own model, use my own model, azure openai model, DefaultAzureCredential, self-hosted model, copilot SDK service, chat app with copilot, copilot-sdk-service template, azd init copilot, CopilotClient, createSession, sendAndWait, GitHub Models API. DO NOT USE FOR: using Copilot (not building with it), Copilot Extensions, Azure Functions without Copilot, general web apps without copilot SDK, Foundry agent hosting (use microsoft-foundry skill), agent evaluation (use microsoft-foundry skill).
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# GitHub Copilot SDK on Azure ## Step 1: Route | User wants | Action | |------------|--------| | Build new (empty project) | Step 2A (scaffold) | | Add new SDK service to existing repo | Step 2B (scaffold alongside) | | Deploy existing SDK app to Azure | Step 2C (add infra to existing SDK app) | | Add SDK to existing app code | [Integrate SDK](references/existing-project-integration.md) | | Use Azure/own model | Step 3 (BYOM config) | ## Step 2A: Scaffold New (Greenfield) `azd init --template azure-samples/copilot-sdk-service` Template includes API (Express/TS) + Web UI (React/Vite) + infra (Bicep) + Dockerfiles + token scripts — do NOT recreate. See [SDK ref](references/copilot-sdk.md). ## Step 2B: Add SDK Service to Existing Repo User has existing code and wants a new Copilot SDK service alongside it. Scaffold template to a temp dir, copy the API service + infra into the user's repo, adapt `azure.yaml` to include both existing and new services. See [deploy existing ref](references/deploy-existing.md). ## Step 2C: Deploy Existing SDK App User already has a working Copilot SDK app and needs Azure infra. See [deploy existing ref](references/deploy-existing.md). ## Step 3: Model Configuration Three model paths (layers on top of 2A/2B): | Path | Config | |------|--------| | **GitHub default** | No `model` param — SDK picks default | | **GitHub specific** | `model: "<name>"` — use `listModels()` to discover | | **Azure BYOM** | `model` + `provider` with `bearerToken` via `DefaultAzureCredential` | See [model config ref](references/azure-model-config.md). ## Step 4: Deploy Invoke **azure-prepare** (skip its Step 0 routing — scaffolding is done) → **azure-validate** → **azure-deploy** in order. ## Rules - Read `AGENTS.md` in user's repo before changes - Docker required (`docker info`)
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