evaluating-code-models

Benchmark code-generation models across datasets using pass@k metrics.

Updated Apr 3, 2026
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Skill: evaluating-code-models
Source: https://github.com/handsomelong922/my-codex-skills/tree/main/skills/bigcode-evaluation-harness
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/handsomelong922/my-codex-skills --skill evaluating-code-models-handsomelong922

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires bigcode-evaluation-harness, transformers>=4.25.1, accelerate>=0.13.2, datasets>=2.6.1, and includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Benchmarking code-generation models against a suite of benchmarks to obtain objective pass@k scores.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-benchmark evaluation across 15+ benchmarks including HumanEval, MBPP, and MultiPL-E.
  • Cross-language support enabling evaluation across 18 languages via MultiPL-E and related tasks.
  • Leaderboard-ready metrics with pass@k to compare model quality and progress over time.

Quick Start

Run an evaluation to generate solutions and compute pass@k across the supported benchmarks.

Frequently Asked Questions about evaluating-code-models

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I evaluate code-generation models using pass@k metrics?

To evaluate code-generation models using pass@k metrics, benchmark them across datasets like HumanEval, MBPP, and MultiPL-E to generate solutions and compute objective scores. It applies the pass@k metric to obtain leaderboard-ready comparisons for model quality.

Can I benchmark code models across multiple programming languages?

Yes, you can benchmark code models across multiple programming languages. The evaluation supports cross-language benchmarking across 18 languages via the MultiPL-E dataset and related tasks, enabling comprehensive leaderboard-style comparisons of model performance.

What's the best way to compare code models on HumanEval and MBPP benchmarks?

The best way to compare code models on HumanEval and MBPP is to run a multi-benchmark evaluation that generates solutions and computes pass@k scores. This approach covers 15+ benchmarks to provide objective, leaderboard-ready metrics for tracking model progress.

Do I need the bigcode-evaluation-harness to compute pass@k scores?

Yes, you need the bigcode-evaluation-harness as a core dependency to compute pass@k scores. Along with transformers and accelerate, it enables deterministic workflows for generating solutions and evaluating code models across supported datasets.

What datasets are supported for code model benchmarking?

Supported datasets for code model benchmarking include HumanEval, MBPP, and MultiPL-E, covering 15+ benchmarks total. These datasets enable multi-benchmark evaluation and cross-language support to generate leaderboard-ready pass@k metrics for code-generation models.