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Hindustan Times Boosts Software Development Productivity with GitHub Copilot

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Hindustan Timesa leading media organization in India, has adopted GitHub Copilot, an AI-powered coding assistant, to improve its software development process. The move has resulted in a 25-30% increase in developer productivity, which now generates around 20,000 lines of code per week.

AI-Powered Coding: The Future of Software Development

GitHub Copilot, developed by GitHub in partnership with OpenAI, uses machine learning to analyze code and offers intelligent suggestions directly in developers’ coding environments. This tool accelerates coding speed and frees developers to focus on more complex and creative tasks.

“GitHub Copilot has transformed our approach to software development at Hindustan Times,” says Amit Verma, CTO. “It’s not just about coding faster; it’s about empowering our developers to build better solutions faster. Copilot acts as an expert pair developer, empowering our team and ensuring code consistency.”

Key benefits for Hindustan Times:

  • Productivity increase: A 25–30% increase in productivity means faster turnaround time on key projects and a competitive advantage in the rapidly growing information industry.

  • Improved code quality: Copilot suggestions help reduce errors and improve overall code quality, which translates into greater software reliability.

  • Improved development environment: By automating repetitive tasks, Copilot allows developers to focus on the creative and strategic aspects of their work, resulting in greater job satisfaction. • Accelerated innovation: Copilot enables faster prototyping and experimentation, allowing Hindustan Times to explore new ideas and bring innovative products to market faster.

Beyond Coding: AI-Powered Transformation

Hindustan Times’ commitment to AI extends beyond software development. The organization leverages AI in other departments, including:

  • Sales and Marketing: We use tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney to automate content creation, design visuals, and optimize customer engagement.

  • Customer Data Platform: Developing an AI-powered CDP platform that enables personalized customer experiences and more targeted advertising.

With 139 million* monthly digital visitors, HT Media is one of the leading media platforms in India. This significant digital presence along with the adoption of GitHub Copilot reflects the organization’s forward-thinking approach and commitment to innovation. By adopting AI, the organization is improving its internal processes and setting a new benchmark for the media industry. As AI evolves, we can expect more applications of this transformative technology in the future.

*Source – Comscore MMX Multi-platform, HT Media Ltd., Total Unique Visitors, Geo – India, May 2024

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