Overview
Code Scout is a semantic search engine that lets developers query large codebases using natural language. It goes beyond simple text matching to understand the intent behind your queries.
Key Features
- Natural Language Search — Query your codebase using plain English questions like “Where is the authentication logic?” or “Find functions that handle file uploads”
- Code Explanation — Get AI-powered explanations of complex code snippets
- Diff Analysis — Understand changes between code versions
- Standards Compliance Checking — Verify code against best practices and style guidelines
Technical Architecture
Built as a multitier system with multiple interfaces:
- Web App — Next.js frontend for browser-based access
- VS Code Extension — Integrated directly into your development workflow
- REST APIs — Flask backend for flexible integration
- CLI Tool — Python command-line interface for terminal users
Tech Stack
- LLMs: Llama 3.1 3B, Gemma2 2B
- Vector Database: ChromaDB for semantic search
- Frontend: Next.js
- Backend: Flask REST API
- CLI: Python