Supercharged Coding with GenAI - From vibe coding to best practices using GitHub Copilot ChatGPT and OpenAI

Hila Paz Herszfang, Peter V. Henstock

Summary

Software development is being transformed by GenAI tools, such as ChatGPT, OpenAI API, and GitHub Copilot, redefining how developers work. This book will help you become a power user of GenAI for Python code generation, enabling you to write better software faster. Written by an ML advisor with a thriving tech social media presence and a top AI leader who brings Harvard-level instruction to the table, this book combines practical industry insights with academic expertise.
With this book, you'll gain a deep understanding of large language models (LLMs) and develop a systematic approach to solving complex tasks with AI. Through real-world examples and practical exercises, you’ll master best practices for leveraging GenAI, including prompt engineering techniques like few-shot learning and Chain-of-Thought (CoT).
Going beyond simple code generation, this book teaches you how to automate debugging, refactoring, performance optimization, testing, and monitoring. By applying reusable prompt frameworks and AI-driven workflows, you’ll streamline your software development lifecycle (SDLC) and produce high-quality, well-structured code.
By the end of this book, you'll know how to select the right AI tool for each task, boost efficiency, and anticipate your next coding moves—helping you stay ahead in the AI-powered development era.

Available since: 08/28/2025.

Print length: 460 pages.

Science & Technology

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