Enhanced Core Package with Language Detection and Reviewer Integration

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Summary

This pull request addresses the requirements outlined in the PactFlow Python Coding Test by implementing and enhancing functionality across multiple tasks. Below are the detailed solutions provided for each task:

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Task 1: Language Detection Functionality

Summary

• Added a new function to the core package to:
  • Ingest a snippet of code.
  • Output the most likely programming language.

Solution Approach

• Designed and implemented a LanguageDetector class utilizing a structured methodology with prompt engineering and LLM integration.
• Ensured the design aligns with the existing architecture by following the same approach as the Reviewer class for consistency and extensibility.
• Incorporated a preprocessing method to prepare inputs, allowing for future extensibility when more complex requirements arise.
• Implemented robust error handling in the invoke method to ensure graceful handling of unexpected failures, with fallback outputs for better user experience.
• Developed comprehensive unit tests to validate the functionality.

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Task 2: API Endpoint for Language Detection

Summary

• Added a new API endpoint to expose the language detection functionality.

Solution Approach

• Implemented two new endpoints:
  • Language Detection Endpoint: Processes incoming code snippets and returns the detected programming language along with confidence scores.
  • Code Review Endpoint: Combines language detection with the existing code review process for context-aware reviews.
• Leveraged Pydantic models for input and output validation to ensure robust and clear data handling.
• Utilized FastAPI's dependency injection system to keep the code modular and maintainable while ensuring appropriate instances are available for each endpoint.

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Task 3: Integration with Code Reviewer Functionality

Summary

• Enhanced the Reviewer functionality by integrating the language-detection capability.

Solution Approach

• Modified the Reviewer class to include language detection as part of its workflow.
• Ensured the detected programming language and confidence scores are used to tailor the review process for greater relevance and accuracy.
• Highlighted design considerations:
  • Used Runnable components for the LanguageDetector to maintain modularity as it functions independently.
  • Discussed a potential future shift towards using RunnableSequence for the Reviewer class as more features are added (e.g., code annotation, commenting, or refactoring), providing seamless integration of additional functionality.

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Task 4 (Optional): Future Feature Ideas

Summary

Though not fully implemented due to time constraints, conceptualized potential features to enhance the code review process:

1. Automatic Code Commenting:

   • Designed to analyze code and generate comments to improve readability.
   • Two approaches considered:
     • Non-intrusive Mode: Generates comments without altering the original code.
     • Direct Insertion Mode: Automatically inserts comments into the code at relevant locations.

2. Automated Documentation Generator:

   • Proposed a feature to generate comprehensive documentation for a codebase, including descriptions of functions, classes, and modules.
   • Aimed at improving maintainability and collaboration.

These ideas outline the path for future improvements and extend the utility of the pypacter project.

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Implementation Details

1. Core Package Changes:

   • Added a LanguageDetector class with a modular, reusable design.
   • Utilized Runnable components to process input, generate prompts, and parse LLM outputs.

2. API Enhancements:

   • Implemented a new API endpoints in the pypacter-api package.
   • Ensured proper validation of inputs and error handling for robustness.

3. Reviewer Updates:

   • Updated the Reviewer class to embed the LanguageDetector as part of its workflow.
   • Improved the pipeline by detecting the language, summarizing the detection results, and using the information for more context-aware reviews.

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Testing

• Added unit tests for the LanguageDetector and updated tests for the Reviewer.
• Verified API endpoint functionality with test cases in the pypacter-api package.

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Known Limitations and Future Enhancements

• Performance: The current LLM integration relies on external processing, which may introduce latency. Future iterations can explore optimizations.
• Multi-language Detection: While basic multi-language handling is included, deeper context-aware detection can be implemented.
• Additional Features: There is potential to integrate the language detection feature with syntax highlighting, static analysis tools, or IDE plugins.

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Next Steps

1. Add more edge case tests for the language detection and code review processes.
2. Extend API documentation to reflect the new endpoints.
3. Explore and implement the proposed future features, starting with the automatic code commenting API.

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Review Requests

Please review the following:

• Code structure and readability
• API design and implementation
• Testing coverage and edge case handling

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This pull request aims to enhance the overall functionality, maintainability, and user experience of the pypacter project while laying the groundwork for future improvements.