experiment-iterative-coder

Automates iterative code refinement with ruff linting and pytest testing.

122|19|Updated Dec 2, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AI4Scientist/nano-scientist --skill experiment-iterative-coder-ai4scientist
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: experiment-iterative-coder
Source: https://github.com/AI4Scientist/nano-scientist/tree/main/skills/experiment-iterative-coder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AI4Scientist/nano-scientist --skill experiment-iterative-coder-ai4scientist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Iterative Coder enables teams to raise code quality by guiding autonomous agents through repeatable plan → code → evaluate → refine cycles, catching issues early and reducing rework during later stages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan → code → evaluate → refine pipelines with up to 3 iterations per phase and a global limit of 10 iterations.
  • Integrated linting with ruff and unit testing with pytest to validate correctness during each cycle.
  • Phase-based decomposition and self-evaluation enable scalable handling of complex multi-file tasks.

Quick Start

Start an iterative refinement by outlining phases, executing up to three iterations per phase, and evaluating with lint and tests.

Frequently Asked Questions about experiment-iterative-coder

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

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How do I automate iterative code refinement for multi-file projects?

Automate iterative code refinement by guiding autonomous agents through repeatable plan, code, evaluate, and refine cycles to catch issues early. This approach applies phase-based decomposition to handle complex multi-file tasks, improving overall code quality and production readiness.

How does self-evaluation work in an automated code generation pipeline?

Self-evaluation works by applying linting with ruff and unit testing with pytest during each cycle to validate correctness. The structured evaluation loop assesses code against requirements, triggering further refinement iterations if quality thresholds are not met.

What is the best way to structure phase planning for complex code generation?

Structure phase planning by decomposing complex tasks into distinct phases with configurable iteration limits. You can execute up to three iterations per phase and set a global limit of ten total iterations to ensure scalable and controlled code generation.

Does iterative code generation work with pytest and ruff for validation?

Yes, iterative code generation integrates directly with pytest and ruff for validation. It uses ruff for linting to enforce code style and pytest for unit testing to verify correctness, applying both tools within its structured evaluation loop.

What are the iteration limits for autonomous code refinement cycles?

The iteration limits for autonomous code refinement cycles allow up to three iterations per phase and a maximum of ten total iterations. These configurable limits prevent infinite loops while ensuring sufficient attempts for code generation and self-evaluation.