FAQ from Chatcody
What is Chatcody?
GPT-4 embedded engineer directly in your repository
How to use Chatcody?
Chatcody, a GPT-4 powered GitHub app, lives in your repo to automate small tasks and review PRs. Streamlining your workflow, it handles coding chores and ensures high-quality code reviews directly within GitHub.
How do I activate ChatCody on my pull requests or issues?
Just add the 'ChatCody' label to your pull requests or issues. Once labeled, ChatCody will jump into action, assisting with the tasks and providing valuable feedback where needed.
Are there size limitations for issues or pull requests ChatCody can handle?
Yes, there are. Due to the context window of the underlying AI, extremely large issues and pull requests might be a challenge. It's recommended to break down extensive tasks into smaller, manageable chunks for the best results with ChatCody.
How can I get the best results from ChatCody?
The key is clarity! When creating issues, being precise and well-defined helps ChatCody understand the context better. Providing clear instructions, expected outcomes, or specific requirements ensures that the AI can assist you more effectively.
What exactly is an 'event' in ChatCody?
An 'event' refers to a specific action triggered by the user that activates the AI assistant. This could be the creation of a new issue, submitting a new pull request, and reply comments on an existing pull request. Each of these actions prompts ChatCody to step in and offer its assistance, ensuring a seamless and efficient workflow.