GitHub and Infosys to Launch First Center of Excellence in Bengaluru

GitHub and Infosys have collaborated to launch the first GitHub Center of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, India. This partnership focuses on accelerating digital transformation and global economic growth by leveraging advanced software solutions and artificial intelligence (AI). 

The new center of excellence (CoE) is designed to enhance the speed and efficiency of software production by integrating GitHub Copilot across Infosys’ developer teams and extending its capabilities to their clients.

This partnership can be seen as a significant opportunity for Global Systems Integrators (GSIs) to spread AI and software development advancements. As rightfully referred to as the “Age of Copilot” by GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke this development can be marked as a new era for GSIs.

As we begin a new age of technology, Global Systems Integrators (GSI's) sit at the intersection of the Al and software economies. This presents a generational opportunity to accelerate digital transformation and GDP growth across every region.

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— Thomas Dohmke (@ashtom) June 10, 2024

The CoE will focus on integrating AI tools seamlessly into developer workflow. It will also serve as a training ground for Infosys employees to upskill in AI technology by leveraging GitHub Copilot and other AI tools. Employees will gain expertise in AI and machine learning which will enable them to deliver high-quality solutions to their customers. This upskilling initiative will not only enhance the skills of Infosys employees but also position the company as a leader in AI-driven software development.

The launch of the CoE is a testament to the growing influence of Indian developers in the global software development field. As per GitHub’s internal projections, India is poised to overtake the United States in terms of total developer population on the platform by 2027. 

Hence, this partnership not only underscores the importance of India for the global software economy but is also expected to deliver a new wave of business value and mark the beginning of a new era for GSIs and software development.