Clint McMahon Clint McMahon

How I Use AI to Save Time on .NET Projects

AI isn’t replacing developers—but it’s definitely changing how I work. Here’s how I use AI (especially GitHub Copilot) to save time on .NET projects, from code reviews to boilerplate generation.

Where AI Helps Most

  • Boilerplate Code: Let Copilot write the repetitive stuff—controllers, DTOs, test scaffolding.
  • Code Reviews: Use AI to spot obvious bugs, style issues, and missing edge cases before PRs go to humans.
  • Prompt Engineering: I keep a library of prompts for Copilot and ChatGPT to generate regex, LINQ queries, and more.
  • Documentation: Summarize code or generate README drafts automatically.

Tips for .NET Developers

  • Always review AI-generated code—don’t trust, verify.
  • Use AI for speed, but keep your standards high.
  • Share prompt examples with your team to level up everyone’s workflow.

Want to see how AI can help your .NET team? Let’s talk about practical ways to boost productivity.