Microsoft launches GitHub Copilot desktop app to manage multiple AI agents

GitHub's new desktop app, unveiled at Microsoft Build 2026, transforms AI assistants into independent agents managing complex coding tasks. This 'My Work' dashboard allows developers to oversee multiple AI agents simultaneously, with isolated worktrees preventing conflicts. Features like interactive 'Canvases' and secure sandboxes enhance human-AI collaboration, while 'Agent Merge' automates code integration after checks.