Azure DevOps and GitHub are two separate but related platforms, both owned by Microsoft. They serve different purposes within the software development lifecycle, but they can also be integrated to work together effectively. Here’s an overview of each platform and their potential integration:

1. Azure DevOps: Azure DevOps, formerly known as Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS), is a comprehensive platform that provides a suite of tools for software development, including version control, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), project management, testing, and more. It offers features like Azure Repos (for version control using Git or Team Foundation Version Control), Azure Pipelines (for CI/CD), Azure Boards (for project management and tracking), and Azure Test Plans (for testing).

2. GitHub: GitHub is a web-based platform primarily focused on version control and collaboration using the Git version control system. It is widely used for hosting and managing code repositories, and it provides features like issue tracking, pull requests, code reviews, and discussions around code changes. GitHub is popular among open-source and private software projects alike.

Integration between Azure DevOps and GitHub is possible in several ways:

• Azure Pipelines with GitHub: You can use Azure Pipelines to set up CI/CD pipelines for projects hosted on GitHub repositories. This allows you to automate build and deployment processes.

• GitHub Actions: GitHub provides its own CI/CD system called GitHub Actions. You can use GitHub Actions workflows to build, test, and deploy your code directly from your GitHub repository.

• Azure Boards Integration: You can link GitHub issues or pull requests to work items in Azure Boards, allowing for seamless tracking of development tasks and progress.

• Azure Repos with GitHub: While both platforms provide Git-based version control, Azure Repos offers tighter integration with Azure DevOps. If you’re using Azure DevOps for project management and CI/CD, you might choose Azure Repos for version control as well.

Remember that the integration and features might have evolved since my last update, so I recommend visiting the official documentation for both Azure DevOps and GitHub to get the most up-to-date information on their capabilities and integration options.