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3 changes: 2 additions & 1 deletion content/get-started/learning-to-code/setting-up-copilot-for-learning-to-code.md
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Expand Up @@ -41,7 +41,8 @@ First, let's disable code completion. This will give you the opportunity to deep

Now, let's provide {% data variables.copilot.copilot_chat_short %} with instructions to act like a tutor that supports your learning.

1. In the root folder of your project, create a file called `copilot-instructions.md`.
1. Create a folder in the root directory called `.github`.
1. Inside `.github`, create a file called `copilot-instructions.md`.
1. Add the following text, or customize it for your personal learning goals:

```markdown copy
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