AI / GitHub Copilot CLI Fundamentals Interview Questions
What are the prerequisites for installing GitHub Copilot CLI?
Before installing Copilot CLI you must have the correct runtime environment, a valid Copilot subscription, and (if working within an organisation) the right admin policy enabled.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Node.js runtime | Node.js 22 or later must be installed |
| GitHub Copilot subscription | Any Copilot plan: Free, Pro, Pro+, Max, Business, or Enterprise |
| Organisation policy | If Copilot access comes through an organisation, the org admin must enable the 'Copilot CLI' policy in GitHub settings |
| Operating system | macOS, Linux, or Windows |
| Internet connection | Required for authentication and AI inference |
Organisation policy note: even if a user has a valid Copilot licence through their organisation, the CLI will not work if the organisation owner or enterprise administrator has disabled the Copilot CLI policy. This is a separate toggle from general Copilot access.
Copilot plans that include CLI: Copilot CLI is included as a core feature of all GitHub Copilot plans - there is no additional billing beyond the existing plan's AI Credits allowance.
What is the minimum Node.js version required to install GitHub Copilot CLI?
If a developer has a Copilot Business licence but their organisation admin has disabled the Copilot CLI policy, can they use Copilot CLI?
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