DevPulse AI VS Code Extension

DevPulse AI is a Visual Studio Code extension that provides clear, instant explanations for Python errors using Google Gemini models. With DevPulse, you can run your Python files and get immediate, human-friendly explanations for any errors that occur.

Features

Explains Python errors in plain English right after your code runs.
Simple right-click menu: run any Python file with DevPulse from the Explorer.
Lets you set your own Gemini API key from within VS Code.
Works with your existing Python projects and workflow.

Getting Started

1. Install the Extension

Install from the VS Code Marketplace, or
Download the .vsix file and install it via the Extensions sidebar.

2. Install the DevPulse Python Package

Open your terminal and run:

pip install devpulse

3. Set Up Your Gemini API Key

Get your API key from Google AI Studio.
You can set your key in a .env file in your project root:
```
GOOGLE_API_KEY=your_gemini_api_key_here
```
Or, use the command palette in VS Code:
- Press Ctrl+Shift+P
- Search for "DevPulse: Set Gemini API Key"
- Enter your API key when prompted

Usage

Right-click any Python file in the VS Code Explorer.
Select "Run with DevPulse (Explain Errors)".
Your code will run in a new terminal. If an error occurs, DevPulse will print an explanation immediately after the error message.

Requirements

Python 3.7 or higher
The devpulse Python package
A Google Gemini API key

Configuration

The Gemini model used by default is gemini-2.0-flash. You can change this in your .env file or in the Python package code.
The .env file should be in your project root and contain your API key.

Troubleshooting

If you do not see explanations, make sure your .env file is present and contains a valid GOOGLE_API_KEY.
Ensure the devpulse Python package is installed and available in your PATH.
Reload VS Code after installing the extension.
Make sure you are right-clicking a Python file in the Explorer.

License

MIT License

Author

BugHunter (beeboyabiodun111@gmail.com)