The GH-500 practice test is designed for experienced professionals in the field of software development and security. This practice test is designed for individuals who have a deep understanding of GitHub and its security features, as well as hands-on experience in securing software development workflows.

Why should I take the GH-500 exam?

The GH-500 certification validates your expertise in integrating Copilot as a strategic partner in complex software engineering environments. It demonstrates your ability to design and maintain large-scale, AI-assisted codebases; refine Copilot’s output through advanced prompt engineering; optimize workflows across repositories and teams; and apply Copilot’s capabilities in specialized domains such as testing, documentation, and DevOps automation.

You’ll also prove proficiency in advanced governance; configuring organization-wide policies, managing Copilot analytics and compliance controls, and leading responsible AI adoption. The GH-500 is intended for experienced developers, tech leads, and AI-DevOps professionals seeking to validate their command of Copilot’s full potential. It serves as the capstone certification in the GitHub AI-powered development pathway, building on the GH-300 and paving the way toward expert and architect-level credentials.

The GH-500 practice test includes two different modes: certification and practice mode. Certification mode allows you to assess your knowledge and discover your weak areas, with practice mode allowing you to focus on the areas that need development.

The GH-500 practice test contains 100 questions and covers the following objectives:

• Domain 1: Describe the GHAS security features and functionality - 15 questions
• Domain 2: Configure and use secret scanning - 15 questions
• Domain 3: Configure and use Dependabot and Dependency Review - 35 questions
• Domain 4: Configure and use Code Scanning with CodeQL - 25 questions
• Domain 5: Describe GitHub Advanced Security best practices, results, and how to take corrective measures - 10 questions

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