Micro Agent is an open-source AI coding assistant developed by Builder.io, designed to address the persistent issue of unreliable code generation in AI-assisted coding tools. This innovative tool leverages the power of large language models (LLMs) to generate reliable code by using generated tests as guardrails, ensuring that the produced code meets specific requirements and passes unit tests.
Features
Micro Agent offers a unique set of features that enhance the coding experience by focusing on test-driven code generation and reliability. Here’s a detailed overview of its features:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Test-Driven Code Generation | Users describe their desired function, after which Micro Agent generates relevant unit tests and subsequently writes code that meets those tests. |
| Reliability and Accuracy | Micro Agent ensures the generated code is reliable by iteratively refining it based on unit tests, reducing the likelihood of bugs. |
| Integration and Usage | Users can easily install it via npm, configure their OpenAI API key, and start coding tasks with a simple command. |
| Complementary Tool | Micro Agent is designed to complement existing AI tools by generating complete functions with high reliability. |
| Future of AI-Assisted Programming | It indicates a future where specialized agents assist developers in specific programming tasks, enhancing overall workflow. |
Use cases
Micro Agent can be applied to a variety of coding tasks, showcasing its versatility and effectiveness in generating reliable code. Here are some examples of its use cases:
- Generating an ASCII File Tree: Micro Agent can create functions to generate ASCII representations of file trees, effectively demonstrating its capability to handle structured data.
- Parsing Code Blocks from Markdown: The agent can extract code blocks from Markdown files, showcasing its ability to generate and refine regular expressions as needed.
- HTML to AST Parser: Micro Agent has successfully generated a simple HTML to Abstract Syntax Tree (AST) parser in just two iterations, highlighting its efficiency in solving complex tasks.
How to get started
To begin using Micro Agent, follow these steps:
- Installation: Install Micro Agent globally by running the command
npm install -g @builder.io/micro-agent. - Configuration: Set your OpenAI API key when prompted or manually configure it using
micro-agent config set OPENAI_KEY=<your token>. - Usage: Start a new coding task by executing
micro-agent. The tool will guide you through describing the function you want to create, generating tests, and writing the corresponding code.
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Pricing for Builder.io AI Agents
The pricing for the AI agents from Builder.io is structured on a monthly basis:
- Devin AI Coding Agent: $500 per month
Pricing for the Micro Agent is not available.