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HOW TO REFACTOR CODE WITH GITHUB COPILOT

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GitHub Copilot can help with code refactoring by explaining code, suggesting improvements, and performing restructuring tasks. This post shows a real-world example of how to use Copilot to refactor code for a large-scale migration system. The process involves creating common modules, adding new classes, encapsulating state, and iteratively refining the codebase with Copilot's assistance.