Kowalski Code Agent
A specialized AI agent for code analysis, refactoring, and documentation, built on the Kowalski framework. The Code Agent provides intelligent, language-aware code analysis and improvement suggestions for multiple programming languages.
What is the Code Agent?
The Code Agent is an AI-powered assistant that combines large language models with language-specific static analysis tools. It helps developers analyze, refactor, and document code in languages like Java, Python, and Rust, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
Core Capabilities
- Multi-language Support: Analyze Java, Python, Rust, and more
- Code Metrics: Compute lines, complexity, functions, classes, and more
- Quality Suggestions: Get actionable recommendations for code improvement
- Error and Issue Detection: Identify syntax errors, anti-patterns, and style violations
- Refactoring: Automated suggestions for code refactoring and organization
- Documentation Generation: Create or improve code documentation
- Streaming AI Analysis: Real-time, conversational code review and Q&A
- Role-based Analysis: Customizable analysis for different developer roles
What Does It Do?
- Code Ingestion: Accepts code snippets or files for analysis
- Static Analysis: Computes metrics, detects issues, and checks style
- AI-Powered Review: Provides human-readable feedback and improvement suggestions
- Refactoring: Offers or applies refactoring suggestions
- Documentation: Generates or improves code documentation
- Interactive Q&A: Supports follow-up questions and iterative review
Example Usage
use CodeAgent;
use Config;
async
How Could It Be Extended?
- Additional Language Support: Add tools for C++, Go, JavaScript, etc.
- Deeper Static Analysis: Integrate with Clippy, pylint, SonarQube, etc.
- Security Auditing: Add static and dynamic security analysis tools
- Performance Profiling: Integrate with profilers for runtime analysis
- Automated Test Generation: Suggest or generate unit and integration tests
- Continuous Integration: Integrate with CI/CD pipelines for automated code review
- Visualization: Generate call graphs, dependency diagrams, and more
Potential Benefits
For Developers
- Faster Code Review: Automated, actionable feedback
- Improved Code Quality: Early detection of bugs and anti-patterns
- Learning: Understand best practices and idioms for each language
For Teams
- Consistency: Enforce style and quality standards
- Productivity: Reduce manual review time
- Onboarding: Help new team members understand codebases
For Organizations
- Security: Early detection of vulnerabilities
- Maintainability: Cleaner, more robust codebases
- Scalability: Handle large codebases and multiple languages
Key Features of the Code Analysis Tools
Each tool provides:
- Metrics Analysis: Lines, characters, functions, classes, complexity
- Language-Specific Checks: Syntax, style, best practices
- Quality Suggestions: Specific recommendations for improvement
- Error Detection: Syntax errors, potential issues, anti-patterns
- Proper Tool Trait Implementation: Full integration with the Kowalski framework
Three Comprehensive Examples
Java Example (java_analysis.rs)
- Analyzes a Calculator class with arithmetic operations
- Demonstrates Java-specific analysis and suggestions
- Shows proper error handling and logging recommendations
Python Example (python_analysis.rs)
- Analyzes a DataProcessor class with statistical operations
- Demonstrates PEP 8 compliance checking
- Shows Python-specific improvements and best practices
Rust Example (rust_analysis.rs)
- Analyzes a DataProcessor struct with caching functionality
- Demonstrates Rust-specific safety and error handling analysis
- Shows ownership, borrowing, and memory safety considerations
Output of java_analysis
Running `/opt/ml/kowalski/target/debug/examples/java_analysis`
☕ Starting Java Code Analysis... Code Agent Conversation ID: 67677c04-2d1a-49e8-8b6d-8c18f7f180d9
📝 Java Code to Analyze:
import java.util.*;
public class Calculator { private int result;
public Calculator() {
this.result = 0;
}
public int add(int a, int b) {
result = a + b;
return result;
}
public int subtract(int a, int b) {
result = a - b;
return result;
}
public int multiply(int a, int b) {
result = a * b;
return result;
}
public double divide(int a, int b) {
if (b == 0) {
System.out.println("Error: Division by zero");
return 0;
}
result = a / b;
return (double) result;
}
public static void main(String[] args) {
Calculator calc = new Calculator();
System.out.println("Addition: " + calc.add(10, 5));
System.out.println("Subtraction: " + calc.subtract(10, 5));
System.out.println("Multiplication: " + calc.multiply(10, 5));
System.out.println("Division: " + calc.divide(10, 5));
}
}
📊 Java Analysis Results: Language: java Metrics: { "characters": 1008, "classes": 1, "comments": 0, "complexity": { "cyclomatic_complexity": 2, "for_loops": 0, "if_statements": 1, "level": "Low", "switch_statements": 0, "while_loops": 0 }, "imports": 1, "lines": 42, "methods": 8, "words": 122 } Suggestions: ["Consider using a proper logging framework instead of System.out.println", "Main method found - ensure proper exception handling"] Issues: []
🤖 AI Analysis: Code Analysis and Recommendations
The provided Java code implements a basic calculator class with methods for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The analysis highlights several areas for improvement.
Code Quality and Best Practices
- Naming Conventions: While the variable names
resultanda,bare concise, they do not follow standard Java naming conventions (e.g., using camelCase instead of underscore notation). Consider renaming them tocalculateResultandnum1, respectively. - Method Signatures: The methods have unclear return types for division (
doubleorint). To avoid ambiguity, use a more explicit return type, such asdoublein the case of division by zero handling. - Exception Handling: Although we've handled division by zero explicitly, consider throwing an exception instead of printing an error message and returning 0. This approach is more robust and allows for better error handling.
Code Improvements
- Extracting Methods: Consider extracting separate methods for handling division by zero errors, calculating results in a loop, or performing input validation.
- Input Validation: Add checks to ensure the inputs are valid (e.g., numbers only) before performing calculations.
- Code Organization: Consider separating the calculator logic from the main method into its own class or module.
Code Refactoring
Here's an updated version of the code incorporating these recommendations:
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;
This refactored code includes:
- Improved variable names and method signatures
- Exception handling for division by zero errors
- Input validation using
Scannerto ensure numbers are entered correctly - Extracted methods for better organization and reusability
These changes enhance the overall quality of the code, making it more robust, maintainable, and efficient. ✅ Analysis complete!
🔍 Follow-up Analysis: Based on the provided Java code, here are some specific improvements that can be made:
- Extract a separate class for Calculator Operations: The current
Calculatorclass has multiple methods (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) that perform similar operations. Consider extracting each operation into its own separate method or even better, create a new classOperationwith different implementations for each operation.
// In the Calculator class
private Operation operation;
public void
// Then in the main method
Calculator calc ;
calc.;
System.out.;
- Use a
switchstatement for handling different operations: The current code uses if-else statements to handle each operation separately. This can be improved by using aswitchstatement which is more efficient and concise.
public int
- Use a more robust method for handling division by zero: Instead of throwing an exception, consider returning a special value (e.g.,
Double.NaN) to indicate division by zero.
public int
-
Use a consistent naming convention: The code uses both camelCase and underscore notation for variable names. Choose one convention throughout the codebase.
-
Add input validation: Currently, the code does not validate user input. Consider adding checks to ensure that users enter valid numbers.
public static void
- Use a more robust way to handle exceptions: Instead of catching the
InputMismatchException, consider using a more general exception handler (e.g.,try-catchblock with multiple catches).
public static void
These improvements can enhance the code's maintainability, readability, and robustness.
Output of python example
Running `/opt/ml/kowalski/target/debug/examples/python_analysis`
🐍 Starting Python Code Analysis... Code Agent Conversation ID: 073f9369-9381-4eff-8305-5e7b28451b48
📝 Python Code to Analyze:
=
= 0
"""Calculate the sum of all data points."""
= 0
+=
return
"""Calculate the average of all data points."""
return 0.0
return /
"""Find the maximum value in the data."""
return None
=
=
return
# Sample data
=
# Create processor
=
# Calculate statistics
# Process empty data
=
📊 Python Analysis Results:
Language: python
Metrics: {
"characters": 1407,
"classes": 1,
"comments": 4,
"complexity": {
"cyclomatic_complexity": 7,
"for_loops": 2,
"if_statements": 4,
"level": "Medium",
"try_blocks": 0,
"while_loops": 0
},
"functions": 5,
"imports": 4,
"lines": 52,
"words": 145
}
Suggestions: ["Consider using logging instead of print statements"]
PEP 8 Issues: ["Line 10: Trailing whitespace", "Line 17: Trailing whitespace", "Line 24: Trailing whitespace", "Line 38: Trailing whitespace", "Line 41: Trailing whitespace", "Line 46: Trailing whitespace"]
🤖 AI Analysis: Code Analysis and Recommendations
The provided Python code defines a DataProcessor class with methods to calculate the sum, average, and maximum of a list of integers. The code also includes a main function for testing.
Code Quality
The code is generally well-structured and readable. However, there are some areas that can be improved:
- Type Hints: While type hints are used for method parameters and return types, it's good practice to include them for all variables to make the code more self-documenting.
- Error Handling: The
find_maxmethod prints an error message if the data is empty. Instead, consider raising a custom exception or returning a specific value (e.g.,None) to indicate an error condition. - Logging: The code uses print statements for debugging purposes. Consider using Python's built-in logging module (
logging) instead, which provides more flexibility and control over log output.
PEP 8 Compliance
The code generally adheres to PEP 8 guidelines. However, there are a few instances of trailing whitespace that need attention:
- Line 10:
total += item - Line 17:
max_val = self.data[0] - Line 24:
if len(self.data) == 0:(trailing whitespace on the same line as the condition) - Line 38:
return self.calculate_sum() / len(self.data) - Line 41:
print(f"Maximum: {processor.find_max()}")(missing closing parenthesis) - Line 46:
return max_val
To fix these issues, remove the trailing whitespace and ensure that each statement or block of code is on a new line.
Suggestions for Improvement
Based on the analysis, here are some suggestions:
- Use logging instead of print statements: Replace all
printstatements withloggingcalls to improve log output control and flexibility. - Rearrange method logic: Consider reorganizing the methods in the
DataProcessorclass to reduce code duplication and make it easier to add new functionality. - Add docstrings for custom exceptions: If you plan to raise custom exceptions, consider adding docstrings to explain how they should be used.
Refactored Code
Here's an updated version of the code incorporating some of these suggestions:
"""
Initialize the data processor with sample input data.
Args:
input_data (list): List of numbers to process.
"""
=
= 0
"""
Calculate the sum of all data points.
Returns:
int: The calculated sum.
"""
= 0
+=
return
"""
Calculate the average of all data points.
Raises:
ValueError: If input data is empty.
Returns:
float: The calculated average.
"""
return /
"""
Find the maximum value in all data points.
Returns:
int or None: The calculated max value or None if input data is empty.
"""
return None
=
=
return
=
=
=
Changes and Improvements
- Replaced
printstatements withloggingcalls for more flexible log output control. - Rearranged method logic to reduce code duplication in the
find_maxmethod. - Raised a custom exception (
ValueError) instead of printing an error message in thecalculate_averagemethod.
This refactored code maintains the same functionality as the original version but with improved code quality, readability, and maintainability. ✅ Analysis complete!
🔍 Follow-up Analysis: Here are some suggestions on how to improve the provided Python code to better follow PEP 8 guidelines:
1. Use Meaningful Variable Names
Variable names like data, result, and numbers should be more descriptive. Consider using names that indicate what these variables represent, such as input_data, calculated_sum, and sample_numbers.
=
2. Follow PEP 8 Line Length
PEP 8 recommends keeping lines under 79 characters. The current code has some long lines; consider breaking them up to adhere to this guideline.
# Current line: 88 characters
=
# Refactored line (under 79 characters)
+=
3. Indentation and Spacing
PEP 8 requires consistent indentation (4 spaces) and spacing between statements.
# Current code has inconsistent indentation and spacing
# Code here
# Refactored code with consistent indentation and spacing
# Code here
4. Use Comments and Docstrings
Comments should explain why the code is doing something, not what it's doing. Consider using docstrings to document your classes, methods, and functions.
# Current comment: "This is a sample data"
# Refactored comment: "Sample input data for testing purposes"
"""
A class to calculate statistics from input data.
Attributes:
input_data (list): List of numbers to process.
Methods:
calculate_sum(): Calculate the sum of input data.
calculate_average(): Calculate the average of input data.
find_max(): Find the maximum value in input data.
"""
5. Remove Redundant if __name__ == "__main__":
PEP 8 advises against using this construct when running tests or other scripts.
# Current code has redundant if statement
6. Consider Using Type Hints
Type hints can make your code more readable and self-documenting.
"""Calculate the sum of all data points."""
= 0
+=
return
# Current function definition: no type hint
7. Fix PEP 8 Violations
The code has several PEP 8 violations, including:
- Trailing whitespace on some lines.
- Inconsistent indentation and spacing.
# Original line with trailing whitespace
# Refactored line without trailing whitespace
# Code here
Improved Code
Here's the refactored code incorporating these improvements:
"""
Initialize the data processor with sample input data.
Args:
input_data (list): List of numbers to process.
"""
=
= 0
"""
Calculate the sum of all data points.
Returns:
int: The calculated sum.
"""
= 0
+=
return
"""
Calculate the average of all data points.
Raises:
ValueError: If input data is empty.
Returns:
float: The calculated average.
"""
return /
"""
Find the maximum value in all data points.
Returns:
int or None: The calculated max value or None if input data is empty.
"""
return None
=
=
return
=
=
=
This refactored code adheres to most PEP 8 guidelines, making it more readable and maintainable.
Output of rust example
Running `/opt/ml/kowalski/target/debug/examples/rust_analysis`
🦀 Starting Rust Code Analysis... Code Agent Conversation ID: 33142869-16b7-4cad-bcc2-8b981abf82a3
📝 Rust Code to Analyze:
use HashMap;
use Error;
📊 Rust Analysis Results: Language: rust Metrics: { "characters": 1634, "comments": 0, "complexity": { "cyclomatic_complexity": 6, "for_loops": 0, "if_statements": 2, "let_statements": 4, "level": "Medium", "match_statements": 3, "while_loops": 0 }, "enums": 0, "functions": 6, "lines": 66, "modules": 0, "structs": 1, "traits": 0, "words": 160 } Suggestions: ["Consider using a proper logging framework instead of println!"] Rust Issues: ["Line 5: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 7: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 8: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 14: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 15: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 20: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 25: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 27: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 32: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 42: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 53: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 54: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 58: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 59: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 63: Possible missing semicolon", "Line 64: Possible missing semicolon"]
🤖 AI Analysis: Code Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
The provided Rust code is well-structured and easy to read. It demonstrates a good understanding of the Rust language and its idioms.
Insights and Suggestions
-
Logging: Instead of using
println!for logging, consider using a proper logging framework like log or env_logger. This will provide more flexibility and control over the logging behavior. -
Semicolons: There are several lines where semicolons are missing. For example,
Result<i32, Box<dyn Error>>should have a semicolon at the end of the declaration. -
Functionality: The code is well-organized and easy to follow. However, some functions like
calculate_averagecould be refactored to reduce duplication. Instead of calculating the sum and then dividing by the length, consider using theiter()method to calculate the average directly. -
Error Handling: While the code handles errors properly, it's always a good practice to use
ResultorOptionextensively throughout the codebase. This will help catch errors earlier and make the code more robust. -
Type Inference: Rust is known for its type inference capabilities. In some places, explicit type annotations would be sufficient to make the code more readable.
-
Naming Conventions: The function names are clear and concise. However, consider using more descriptive names like
calculate_total_suminstead ofcalculate_sum. -
Code Duplication: There is a small amount of code duplication in the
find_maxmethod. Consider extracting this logic into a separate function to reduce duplication. -
Documentation: While the code has some comments, it's always a good practice to include documentation for functions and methods using doc comments.
Recommendations
- Refactor
calculate_averageto use theiter()method. - Add more descriptive function names like
calculate_total_sum. - Extract logic from
find_maxinto a separate function. - Use a proper logging framework instead of
println!. - Add documentation for functions and methods using doc comments.
Updated Code
use ;
use Error;
use fmt;
// Define a struct to represent a cache entry.