Gemini Chatbot Analyzes GitHub Projects with Ease

Gemini Now Integrates with GitHub for Advanced Users

Gemini, the AI chatbot developed by Google, has expanded its functionality to include a connection to GitHub. This feature is currently available to subscribers of the Gemini Advanced plan, which costs $20 per month.

Code Interaction Capabilities

Beginning on Wednesday, users with a Gemini Advanced subscription gained the ability to link their public or private GitHub codebases directly to Gemini. This integration empowers the chatbot to perform several code-related tasks.

• Generate new code snippets.
• Provide explanations of existing code.
• Assist in debugging code.

Connecting GitHub to Gemini is a straightforward process. Users simply click the "+" button within the prompt bar, choose the "import code" option, and then paste the URL of their GitHub repository.

Caveats Regarding AI-Generated Code

It’s important to note that AI models, including those from Google, can still encounter difficulties when creating high-quality software. A common issue is the introduction of security flaws and errors.

These problems stem from limitations in the AI’s ability to fully grasp complex programming logic. Recent assessments, such as one of the Devin AI coding tool, have shown limited success rates in completing programming challenges – only achieving completion of 3 out of 20 tests.

Competitive Landscape and New Features

This GitHub integration follows closely on the heels of OpenAI’s launch of a similar connector for ChatGPT, specifically within its deep research tool. This tool is designed to gather comprehensive research reports by searching across various online sources.

Both Google and OpenAI are actively developing and releasing new features to differentiate their products in a rapidly evolving AI market.

As an example, OpenAI recently added connectors for SharePoint and Microsoft OneDrive to ChatGPT deep research on Tuesday.