Cannot Connect Github Copilot: Linking Process Asks For 8 Digit Authentication Code

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Summary

Linking Github Copilot to Zed editor asks for an 8-digit authentication code from a "device" after signing in to the Github account, which is unexpected behavior.

Steps to Trigger the Problem

To reproduce this issue, follow these steps:

  1. Access AI Configuration Panel: Open the panel on the bottom right of the Zed editor for AI configuration.
  2. Select "Sign in": Click on the "Sign in" option in the AI configuration panel.
  3. Connect to GitHub: In the window that appears, click on "Connect to GitHub" to open the Github sign-in page.
  4. Sign in to Github Account: Sign in to your Github account using your credentials.
  5. Authentication Code Request: After signing in, you will be asked for an 8-digit authentication code from a "device".

Actual Behavior

The actual behavior is that the linking process asks for an 8-digit authentication code from a "device" after signing in to the Github account.

Expected Behavior

The expected behavior is that the linking process should not ask for an 8-digit authentication code from a "device" after signing in to the Github account.

Relevant Zed Settings

The relevant Zed settings are:

"features": {
    "edit_prediction_provider": "copilot"
},

Zed Version and System Specs

  • Zed Version: v0.176.3 (Zed)
  • Operating System: Linux Wayland cachyos unknown
  • Memory: 60.4 GiB
  • Architecture: x86_64
  • GPU: AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (RADV NAVI32) || radv || Mesa 25.0.1-cachyos1.2

Troubleshooting Steps

To troubleshoot this issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Check Zed.log: Check the Zed.log file for any relevant details that may indicate the cause of the issue.
  2. Verify Github Account: Verify that your Github account is set up correctly and that you have the necessary permissions to link your account to Github Copilot.
  3. Check Zed Settings: Check the Zed settings to ensure that the "edit_prediction_provider" feature is enabled and set to "copilot".
  4. Try Alternative Methods: Try alternative methods to link your Github account to Github Copilot, such as using the Github website or the Github mobile app.

Workarounds

If you are unable to link your Github account to Github Copilot using the above steps, you can try the following workarounds:

  1. Use a Different Device: Try linking your Github account to Github Copilot using a different device.
  2. Use a Different Browser: Try linking your Github account to Github Copilot using a different browser.
  3. Clear Cache and Cookies: Clear the cache and cookies of your browser and try linking your Github account to Github Copilot again.

Conclusion

Q: What is the expected behavior when linking Github Copilot to Zed editor?

A: The expected behavior is that the linking process should not ask for an 8-digit authentication code from a "device" after signing in to the Github account.

Q: What are the steps to trigger the problem?

A: To reproduce this issue, follow these steps:

  1. Access the AI configuration panel on the bottom right of the Zed editor.
  2. Select "Sign in" in the AI configuration panel.
  3. Click on "Connect to GitHub" to open the Github sign-in page.
  4. Sign in to your Github account using your credentials.
  5. After signing in, you will be asked for an 8-digit authentication code from a "device".

Q: What are the relevant Zed settings for this issue?

A: The relevant Zed settings are:

"features": {
    "edit_prediction_provider": "copilot"
},

Q: What are the system specs for this issue?

A: The system specs for this issue are:

  • Zed Version: v0.176.3 (Zed)
  • Operating System: Linux Wayland cachyos unknown
  • Memory: 60.4 GiB
  • Architecture: x86_64
  • GPU: AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (RADV NAVI32) || radv || Mesa 25.0.1-cachyos1.2

Q: How can I troubleshoot this issue?

A: To troubleshoot this issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Check the Zed.log file for any relevant details that may indicate the cause of the issue.
  2. Verify that your Github account is set up correctly and that you have the necessary permissions to link your account to Github Copilot.
  3. Check the Zed settings to ensure that the "edit_prediction_provider" feature is enabled and set to "copilot".
  4. Try alternative methods to link your Github account to Github Copilot, such as using the Github website or the Github mobile app.

Q: What are some workarounds for this issue?

A: If you are unable to link your Github account to Github Copilot using the above steps, you can try the following workarounds:

  1. Use a different device to link your Github account to Github Copilot.
  2. Use a different browser to link your Github account to Github Copilot.
  3. Clear the cache and cookies of your browser and try linking your Github account to Github Copilot again.

Q: How can I contact the Zed support team for further assistance?

A: If you are still unable to link your Github account to Github Copilot after trying the above steps and workarounds, you can contact the Zed support team for further assistance. You can reach out to them through their website or by sending an email to their support address.

Q: Is this issue specific to Zed editor or can it occur in other editors as well?

A: This issue is specific to Zed editor and may not occur in other editors. However, it is possible that similar issues may occur in other editors as well, and the troubleshooting steps and workarounds may be applicable in those cases as well.