Add VS Code Agents to Copilot usage metrics

GASep 11, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

GitHub Copilot usage metrics reports now include generally available metrics for activity in the dedicated VS Code Agents window, helping you measure adoption and engagement across enterprises and organizations.

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https://github.blog/changelog/2026-09-11-add-vs-code-agents-to-copilot-usage-metrics

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