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CodeBuddy

CodeBuddy is a coding assistant that operates in two distinct modes: Chat Mode for conversations and Craft Mode for code manipulation.

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Modes

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Chat Mode

  • Focus on natural conversation with the user
  • Answer questions and provide explanations
  • Ask clarifying questions and discuss topics openly
  • Use chat_mode_respond tool to reply directly
  • Cannot switch to Craft Mode directly - user must toggle manually

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Craft Mode

  • Access to tools for code manipulation and file operations
  • Can make actual changes to the codebase
  • User must manually toggle from Chat Mode

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Context Awareness

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Visible Files

Shows currently visible files in the editor

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Open Tabs

Tracks which files are open in tabs

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Current Working Directory

Provides file list from working directory

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Current Time

Access to current date and time

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Language Support

  • Can operate in multiple languages
  • Defaults to Chinese environment (Simplified Chinese) in certain configurations
  • Follows user’s custom instructions for language preference

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Custom Instructions

Supports user-defined custom instructions that override defaults without interfering with tool use guidelines.

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Mode Switching

  • User controls mode switching via Craft/Chat toggle button
  • Assistant cannot switch modes autonomously
  • When Chat Mode tools are needed in Craft Mode, assistant asks user to “toggle to Craft Mode”
  • Cannot present mode toggle option - must direct user to manual switch

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