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Smol Developer

Smol Developer

Task automation agent by Smol Developer

Transform your software development experience with Smol Developer, the agile AI agent that simplifies code scaffolding, securely executes tasks, and seamlessly integrates with leading language models to supercharge your productivity and innovation.

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github.com/smol-ai/developer

Smol Developer, also known as "smol dev," is a cutting-edge AI agent designed to streamline the development process for software projects. This innovative tool is part of the broader Smol Agents ecosystem, which aims to simplify and enhance the creation of AI-powered applications. Smol Developer offers developers a highly customizable and efficient way to scaffold codebases, integrate with large language models, and execute code securely, ultimately enhancing productivity and facilitating rapid development.

Features

Smol Developer comes equipped with a range of specific features that cater to the diverse needs of software developers. The following table summarizes the key features of the agent:

Feature Description
Lightweight and Versatile Framework Built with around 200 lines of Python code, making it easily customizable and integrable into various development environments.
Code Scaffolding Generates the necessary files and project structure based on a provided product specification, saving developers time and effort.
Integration with Large Language Models (LLMs) Supports various mainstream LLMs from Hugging Face, OpenAI, and Anthropic, enabling advanced code generation and task execution.
Secure Code Execution Runs AI-generated code in a sandboxed environment using E2B Sandbox for safety and reliability.
Customizable and Extensible Allows developers to create their scaffolding prompts in a continuous loop for ongoing customization and improvement.
Example Use Cases Demonstrates capabilities such as creating Chrome extensions that manage API keys, generate popups, and summarize web content.

Use cases

Smol Developer can be utilized in various scenarios, making it a versatile tool for developers across different domains:

  • Application Development: Developers can use Smol Developer to quickly scaffold entire applications based on specifications, reducing setup time and allowing for a focus on core functionality.
  • Chrome Extension Creation: The agent can generate Chrome extensions that manage API keys, create popups, and summarize website content, streamlining the development of browser-based tools.
  • Prototyping: For teams looking to prototype new ideas, Smol Developer can rapidly generate codebases that can be iterated upon and refined based on feedback.
  • Integration Projects: The integration with LLMs allows developers to build applications that leverage AI for tasks such as natural language processing and data analysis.

How to get started

To begin using Smol Developer, developers should follow these steps:

  • Clone the Repository: Clone the Smol Developer repository from GitHub.
  • Set Up Environment: Copy the `.example.env` file to `.env` and fill in the required API keys, or run the project without Modal by installing the necessary dependencies.
  • Modal Integration: Optionally, use Modal.com for a self-provisioning runtime to simplify the setup process.
  • Access Documentation: Utilize the detailed documentation and examples provided with the project to understand and customize the agent effectively.

Pricing for Smol AI Developer

Pricing is not available.