Feature Request: Custom Agent Profiles for VS Code Copilot

[wail-asad]

Problem

Copilot uses fixed settings for all tasks. Documentation needs precise responses (temp=0.0), creative coding needs varied suggestions (temp=0.8). Current one-size-fits-all approach reduces accuracy and productivity.

Solution

Add customizable agent profiles with quick switching.

Core Implementation

Settings Location: Extensions > GitHub Copilot > Agent Profiles

Built-in Profiles:

• Precision Agent (temp=0.0) - Documentation, code reviews, academic writing
• Balanced Agent (temp=0.4) - General development
• Creative Agent (temp=0.8) - Brainstorming, prototyping

Quick Switching: Command palette + status bar dropdown

Configuration Example

{
  "github.copilot.agentProfiles": {
    "active": "precision",
    "profiles": {
      "precision": {
        "name": "Precision Agent",
        "temperature": 0.0,
        "responseStyle": "formal"
      },
      "creative": {
        "name": "Creative Agent", 
        "temperature": 0.8,
        "responseStyle": "innovative"
      }
    }
  }
}

Benefits

• Higher Accuracy: Right agent for right task
• Reduced Regeneration: Appropriate responses first try
• Team Consistency: Shareable profile configs
• Enterprise Ready: Standardized workflows

Related Discussions

• #145828
• #162548
• #75155

Priority: High - Transforms Copilot into a professional multi-context tool