Windsurf CodiumAI: A major upgrade of the PR assistant

Where did PR Assistant come from?

PR Assistant is a new player in the software development arena. It came into being because people needed to manage code changes more easily, which used to be a pain in the ass. It came about because of the need to make it easier to manage code changes, which used to be a pain in the ass for people to do. PR Assistant started as a way to automate some simple checks, but it's now become a very powerful tool to help us develop software better.

The evolution of automated "gatekeepers"

Initially, PR assistants act as "gatekeepers" for the codebase, making sure that only good code makes it to the master branch. They did repetitive tasks such as code formatting and basic testing. But as technology has advanced, these assistants have gotten smarter, faster, and more integrated into the development process, helping us develop software faster.

CodiumAI's PR Assistant: Innovation Pioneer

CodiumAI's PR Assistant is like a "big brother" in the field, it doesn't just automate, it uses AI to analyze the code and give smart suggestions. It's constantly learning and getting better, making it a great helper for developers. CodiumAI can also run tests directly in your IDE (the software that writes the code), allowing you to modify code and tests directly and receive code suggestions.

No more "one size fits all"

CodiumAI's PR Assistant understands a lot of "languages", not just programming languages, and adapts to different Git platforms and development environments. It's like a customized tool for all kinds of developers, adapting to different work styles and project sizes.

Big changes in workflow

CodiumAI's PR Assistant does more - it writes code analysis, suggests code improvements, and does security checks so developers can focus on more creative work. This not only speeds up development, but also improves product quality and allows for more accurate code integration.

Improve development efficiency

CodiumAI knows that developers' time is valuable. Its PR assistant helps you with repetitive tasks and also gives advice so you can learn more. It's like machine intelligence and human creativity combined to make the development process easier and more efficient, not only improving individual efficiency but also enhancing teamwork.

Improving software quality

In software development, where quality counts, CodiumAI's PR Assistant is a powerful ally. It scrutinizes every line of code to improve the reliability, maintainability, and performance of your software. As it is used more and more, CodiumAI's PR Assistant is not only changing the way we integrate code, but also redefining our expectations for the future of software.

In short, CodiumAI's PR Assistant stands for innovation and shows us that the status quo is not a limitation, but a challenge to be surpassed. It continues to progress and set new standards with each update and review of the code.

Command Showdown: CodiumAI vs GitHub Copilot

There are now two "players" in the software development world: CodiumAI's PR Assistant and GitHub Copilot, both of which aim to help developers better manage their code, but with different approaches.

Function Competition

CodiumAI has many commands that can be used for different tasks, like a toolbox with many tools.

And GitHub Copilot Having only one command, like a pocket knife with only one blade, is simple but may not be enough in some situations.

Advantages of more choices

CodiumAI's PR Assistant has so many commands that it's like having a team of experts ready to help. This approach allows developers to be more precise and flexible with their code.

For example, if you need to update a document, CodiumAI can handle this with specialized commands to ensure that every change is accurately recorded.

Look at the following example.add_doc This command generates detailed documentation for our pull requests:

The diagram above shows how CodiumAI's PR Assistant facilitates updates that would otherwise be done manually or that Copilot's single command may not handle well.

CodiumAI: Symphony of Commands

CodiumAI's commands are like an orchestra, with each command functioning to create beautiful music. For example./describe command automatically generates detailed PR descriptions and instructions, acting like a conductor to ensure that every part is in harmony.

Here, codium pr-assist automatically changes the title and description of PR.

Going it alone: sometimes one is not enough

In contrast, GitHub Copilot's approach is like a one-man show, which can be great but may lack depth and complexity. Sometimes during development, a single command may not be enough for a complex PR review or code enhancement.

CodiumAI vs Copilot: It's not just about quantity, it's also about quality

Not only does CodiumAI have a lot of commands, but each one provides high-quality, contextualized help. It's not about dazzling you, it's about providing the right tool at the right time.

CodiumAI PR-Agent /ask The answer:

# User commented in PR:
# /ask Can you summarize the main changes in this PR?
# CodiumAI PR-Agent's answer:
The main changes in this PR include: refactoring the authentication service to use async/await syntax to improve readability and performance; introducing a caching layer for database queries to speed up response; and updating the documentation to reflect these code changes. Tests have also been added to cover the new authentication logic.

Answers from the GitHub Copilot PR bot:

# User commented in PR:
# /generate-summary Can you summarize this PR update?
# GitHub Copilot Answer from the PR bot:
This PR includes updates to the user profile management logic, specifically optimizing the query function for fetching user data. In addition, the error handling of API endpoints has been improved and the associated unit tests have been updated to cover new scenarios.

CodiumAI's answer aims to understand and express code changes in PR. It not only lists the changes, but also explains the reasons behind them, giving developers a deeper understanding of the impact of code changes.

More than just a superficial summary, it provides detailed descriptions that cover all aspects of PR, such as performance improvements, code readability improvements, and documentation updates. This comprehensive approach ensures that developers have a full understanding of the impact of PR. In this regard, CodiumAI far surpasses copilot chat's ability to make code changes and reviews.

The Power of Adaptation: CodiumAI's Learning Capabilities

CodiumAI doesn't just provide commands, it learns from using them. the AI is constantly tweaking, refining suggestions, and growing with the developer. This is very different from tools that provide static answers no matter what the situation.

The CodiumAI Advantage: A Developer's Partner

CodiumAI proves that the best tools adapt to the user, not the other way around. Its suite of commands embodies this philosophy, providing a strategic advantage in the fast-paced world of software development.

The choice is obvious.

In a contest of commands, CodiumAI's PR Assistant stands out, offering a strategic advantage with its diverse and intelligent toolkit. As a developer, the choice is clear: choose an assistant that offers powerful tools to ensure you're prepared for any challenge PR may bring.
Below are some code snippets showing the customized responses for Copilot chat and CodiumAI.

Next, we'll continue to analyze how CodiumAI's holistic approach is shaping a new era of developer experience.

Codium Feature Highlights

• Automatic description (/describe): automatically generate comprehensive PR descriptions, including titles, types, summaries, code descriptions, and labeling suggestions.
• Automatic review (/review): provides adjustable feedback on PR topics, genres, test relevance, security issues, and includes a scoring system and various content suggestions.

• Answers to questions (/ask ...): answer free-text questions about PR, leveraging AI's understanding of code and PR context.

• Code suggestions (/improve): provide actionable, commitable code suggestions that can be directly applied to improve PR.

• Update Changelog (/update_changelog): Automatically updates the CHANGELOG.md file with details of PR changes, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.

• Find similar questions (/similar_issue): using AI to find and present similar problems to help efficiently solve current PRs by referencing the past.

• Add Document (/add_docs): Automatically generate and add documentation for undocumented functions and classes in PR, improving code clarity and maintainability.
• Generate custom labels (/generate_labels): Changing to custom labels for PR recommendations based on code helps to better organize and track PR activities.

For example, if we want to add the ability to detect SQL query changes in PR, we can add the following custom tag and its description:

Running on a PR that contains SQL query changes generate_labels When the tool is used, it automatically suggests custom tags:

CodiumAI's cross-platform, multi-language support

Adaptability is very important in software development, and CodiumAI is a versatile programmer that supports a wide range of Git platforms and programming languages. It not only understands different code, but also adapts to different development environments.

CodiumAI's Multilingual Capabilities

Programming languages are the tools used to build the digital world, and CodiumAI's mastery of these tools is unrivaled. It is fluent in a wide range of programming languages and understands the intent behind all kinds of code, whether it's the elegant scripting of Python or the powerful systems of Rust.

CodiumAI Across Git Platforms: The Unifier

Now developers are no longer limited to a repository manager; CodiumAI cuts across those limitations and provides seamless support whether you're pushing on GitHub, merging on GitLab, or committing on Bitbucket. This means that no matter which platform you choose, CodiumAI can help you work better.

Embracing the ecosystem: CodiumAI's platform-agnostic approach

CodiumAI not only supports multiple platforms, it takes them seriously. It's like a tool tailored for the real world, where developers can use different platforms depending on the needs of the project.CodiumAI's platform-agnostic approach allows developers to work efficiently on any Git service.

CodiumAI: Rosetta Stone for Developers

Switching platforms with traditional tools is like translating a lost language. But CodiumAI acts as a Rosetta Stone for developers, deciphering the complexities and allowing teams to collaborate without friction, no matter which Git service they choose.

Strategic advantages of platform diversity

Adaptability is a developer's greatest weapon in a competitive marketplace, and CodiumAI's ability to run on a variety of platforms gives developers more confidence in their multi-service workflows. It's not just about working on multiple platforms, it's about being better at everything.

Seamless Integration: Plug and Play with CodiumAI

The beauty of CodiumAI is its simplicity. It is plug-and-play and integration into any platform is simple. This ease of use ensures that developers are not bogged down with tedious configuration, making it easy to get started with CodiumAI.

CodiumAI's commitment to inclusiveness

Inclusivity is at the core of the CodiumAI philosophy. By supporting a variety of platforms, CodiumAI not only expands its user base, but also ensures that every developer, regardless of their preferred tool or environment, has access to its powerful features. This inclusive approach not only honors diversity, but also actively fosters a universal coding community.

This image shows all the Git platforms supported by Codium.

The Power of Open Source: Community-Driven Innovation at CodiumAI

CodiumAI's open source philosophy

CodiumAI embraces the spirit of open source and is a model of collaborative innovation. By sharing code with the world, CodiumAI not only provides a tool, but also invites creativity. This transparency means that every developer can be a contributor, thus making the tool even better.
CodiumAI is a leading open source organization and every contribution counts.

Community contribution and cooperation

The open source nature of CodiumAI has had a real impact. Community-driven features appear in releases on a regular basis, each with insights from different developers. These contributions include both small improvements and large features that together make CodiumAI a tool that truly understands the needs of developers.

This is the community contribution traffic graph for Codium-ai.

Customization and ownership

With CodiumAI, customization is not just a feature, it's a right. Developers can simply add a workflow file like the one shown below to make sure it fits well into their own workflow.

on.
pull_request.
issue_comment.
issue_comment.
pr_agent_job.
runs-on: ubuntu-latest
issues: write: ubuntu-latest
issues: write
pull-requests: write
contents: write
name: run pr agent on each pull request, responding to user comments
steps.
- name. PR Agent action step
id: pragent
uses: Codium-ai/pr-agent@main
env: OPENAI_KEY: ${{ secrets.
OPENAI_KEY: ${{ secrets.OPENAI_KEY }}
GITHUB_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}

This is the yaml file for the workflow.

This sense of ownership not only fosters a deep connection to the tool, but also encourages a culture of innovation and personal input. But CodiumAI is more than that, and is still evolving today.

Integrated Development Environment: Seamless IDE Collaboration with CodiumAI

Universal IDE Integration

CodiumAI can be used in a variety of integrated development environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio Code, JetBrains, and more. It can be integrated into a developer's existing tools, minimizing the learning curve and increasing productivity.

This image shows the IDEs supported by Codium.

Improve workflow efficiency

By integrating with IDEs, CodiumAI simplifies the development process by reducing context switching. It provides a set of commands that can be accessed without leaving the coding environment, reducing the time spent switching between tools and allowing developers to stay focused.Codium is free in both Visual Code Studio and the Jetbrains IDE. Below is an example of Codium's PR assistant integrated in IntelliJ Idea, demonstrating the various features available to users in the IDE.

User interface and experience

CodiumAI's user interface is designed to be intuitive and powerful. It recognizes that developers' time is valuable and provides a smooth experience that works with the IDE without bloating it.

This is Codium's user interface in the Jetbrains IDE.

Feature-Rich Frontiers: Exploring CodiumAI's Comprehensive Toolkit

integrated function set

CodiumAI's toolkit is like a Swiss Army knife for coding. With automated documentation, code review, and security analysis, it gives developers everything they need to code efficiently.

Empowering Developers

CodiumAI empowers developers by providing a rich set of features to fulfill various development needs, from debugging to deployment. It doesn't just write code, it delivers solutions.

Looking ahead: the way forward for CodiumAI

The future of CodiumAI is full of innovation. It promises that AI will not only aid coding, it will enhance it. It will utilize cutting-edge technology to meet the ever-changing needs of software development. We have a lot of features now, but we're not stopping there. We're working hard every day to bring new features to the community that will enhance the user experience and bring more convenience in the development world. We look at things from your perspective and correct our mistakes before each release to make sure user expectations are met.

Embrace the Future of Development with CodiumAI

Staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving world of software development means using the best tools available, and CodiumAI is at the forefront of the technological revolution, offering a set of features designed to optimize and enhance your pull request workflow.

Why not go with the best?

With CodiumAI, you're not just getting a tool, you're adopting a comprehensive ecosystem that understands and adapts to your development needs. From automatically generating detailed PR descriptions to providing intelligent code suggestions and ensuring your documentation is up-to-date, CodiumAI offers an unparalleled level of depth and customization.

Community-driven tools for all

As an open source platform, CodiumAI thrives on the collective expertise of developers around the world. It's a tool that grows with you, incorporating feedback and contributions from a diverse range of users to ensure it's always developed for developers, by developers.

Your Coding Companion

Whether you're dealing with complex code reviews, looking for answers to questions, or looking to streamline your changelog updates, CodiumAI's suite of commands is a companion for every step of your development process. It's not just about writing code, it's about writing better code faster.

Let's give it a try.

We invite you to experience the power of CodiumAI for yourself. Integrate it into your workflow, customize it to your liking, and watch how it changes the way you handle pull requests. With CodiumAI, you'll not only keep up, you'll drive innovation.

Join the CodiumAI Revolution

Don't let your development process be stuck in the past. Step into the future with CodiumAI and join a growing community of developers who are already benefiting from this cutting-edge tool. Give CodiumAI a try and see how it can make a difference to your projects today.

link (on a website) to Codium's open source repository.