---
title: ToolRouter — Agent Use Case Guide
description: Step-by-step guide for completing a task with a specific AI agent using ToolRouter.
url: https://toolrouter.com/tools/tech-news/use-cases/follow-open-source-news/copilot
---
# How to Follow Open Source News with Copilot

Copilot surfaces open source releases and updates relevant to the packages in your current project. Watch for new versions of frameworks in your dependency tree, catch migration guides before you upgrade, and discover Show HN projects that solve problems you are currently working on.

## Setup

{"mcpServers":{"toolrouter":{"command":"npx","args":["-y","toolrouter-mcp"]}}}

## Steps

1. Add ToolRouter to Copilot MCP config
2. In Copilot Chat: "Find open source news in tech stories"
3. Copilot returns OSS-related stories
4. Check for updates to your project dependencies
5. Get details on relevant releases

## Example Prompt

```
What open source tools and libraries were released or updated this week? Check tech news.
```

## Tips

- Watch for new versions of frameworks in your package.json
- Community discussion reveals migration pain points before you hit them
- New Show HN projects often have the most innovative approaches
