Fabric, an open-source framework designed to enhance human capabilities through AI, has experienced a surge in development activity, particularly in documentation improvements and feature expansions. The project, written in Go, facilitates AI integration into daily tasks via customizable AI prompts known as "Patterns."
The Fabric project currently has 90 open issues, with many centered around API key management and local model functionality. These issues suggest a need for improved documentation and user support. Recent issues such as #876 highlight critical bugs like stream errors, while feature requests like #874 indicate ongoing enhancements.
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Detailed ReportsREADME.md and YouTube integration.vendors/ollama/ollama.go.README.md.fabric.go and ollama.go.| Timespan | Opened | Closed | Comments | Labeled | Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Days | 32 | 15 | 84 | 0 | 1 |
| 30 Days | 53 | 123 | 109 | 1 | 1 |
| 90 Days | 200 | 150 | 404 | 9 | 1 |
| All Time | 389 | 299 | - | - | - |
Like all software activity quantification, these numbers are imperfect but sometimes useful. Comments, Labels, and Milestones refer to those issues opened in the timespan in question.
| Developer | Avatar | Branches | PRs | Commits | Files | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Dunn |  |
1 | 0/0/0 | 5 | 280 | 44253 |
| Daniel Miessler |  |
1 | 0/0/0 | 43 | 14 | 2566 |
| Eugen Eisler |  |
1 | 6/5/1 | 18 | 36 | 1447 |
| Eugen Eisler |  |
1 | 0/0/0 | 8 | 12 | 452 |
| Doug Hitchen |  |
1 | 1/1/0 | 3 | 2 | 92 |
| Wilfried AGO |  |
1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 16 | 78 |
| Randall Degges |  |
1 | 2/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 56 |
| Robert Sturla |  |
1 | 1/1/0 | 3 | 1 | 45 |
| Alejandro |  |
1 | 1/1/1 | 1 | 11 | 28 |
| failopen |  |
1 | 0/0/0 | 1 | 1 | 27 |
| Josiah Lawrence |  |
1 | 2/1/1 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Sang Oh |  |
1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Iqbal Abdullah |  |
1 | 2/1/1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| xssdoctor |  |
1 | 0/0/0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| None (ALX99) | 0 | 2/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Eduardo Aguilar Pelaez (edu-ap) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (optman) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (patonw) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Ryan Stewart (stuboo) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Steven Byrnes (erewhon) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (frstlvl) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| hav0k (havok87) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| James Craigen (jaycgen) | 0 | 1/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Stijn Smits (s-smits) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Suyog Ghimire (Suyog-16) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Igor Dvorkin (idvorkin) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Manan Choksi (mchoccie) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Nicolás Georger (ngeorger) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Sarath Chandra Sai Kavuru (sarath59) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Thomas Friedel (tfriedel) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (fail-open) | 0 | 1/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Justin Gardner (Rhynorater) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| YJTian (Tianyijian) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (buerbaumer) | 0 | 2/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (builder555) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fahad Usman (fahadshery) | 0 | 1/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mike Waters (mikewaters) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Noam Siegel (noamsiegel) | 0 | 1/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Matheus Ferreira (matheushmfr) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Paul Robello (paulrobello) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tony Cardillo MD (TonyCardillo) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (profetik-777) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Praharsh Bhatt (praharshbhatt) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Charles Holbrow (CharlesHolbrow) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Emlin Charly (EatMoreChicken) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Arpit Pathak (Thepathakarpit) | 0 | 1/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (black-backdoor) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| John Connor (johnconnor-sec) | 0 | 1/1/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Richard Blanchette (richardphi1618) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Dominik Fretz (codewithpassion) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| None (dependabot[bot]) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Campbell McGregor (campbellmcgregor) | 0 | 0/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
PRs: created by that dev and opened/merged/closed-unmerged during the period
The Fabric project has seen a notable uptick in activity, with 90 open issues currently logged. A significant portion of these issues revolves around bugs and feature requests, indicating an active user base engaged in both troubleshooting and enhancement discussions. There are recurring themes related to the integration of local models, API key management, and the functionality of various patterns.
Several issues reflect a common frustration with the handling of API keys and model configurations. For instance, users frequently report errors related to unauthorized access when attempting to utilize models without properly configured keys. Additionally, there are numerous inquiries about the functionality of local models, particularly regarding their performance compared to cloud-based alternatives.
Issue #876: [Bug]: Reopen #827 stream error: stream ID 3; CANCEL; received from peer
Issue #874: [Feature request]: Default output file location with further directory calling
Issue #870: [Bug]: Duplicate output, ignoring patterns
Issue #855: [Question]: Can't output/save a file using --output or | save
Issue #853: [Question]: How to ask specific questions against clipboard context?
This detailed examination of recent activity within the Fabric project reveals both user engagement and areas ripe for enhancement, particularly in terms of documentation and support for local model configurations.
The dataset contains a total of 8 open pull requests (PRs) and 270 closed PRs for the Fabric project, which recently transitioned from Python to Go. The open PRs reflect ongoing efforts to improve documentation, fix bugs, and enhance functionality.
PR #875: Typo fixed
Created 1 day ago. This PR addresses several grammatical errors in the documentation files, enhancing clarity and readability. It is a minor yet important contribution to maintain the project's professionalism.
PR #872: fix: shadowing original error
Created 1 day ago. This PR fixes an issue where the original error was being shadowed, ensuring that errors propagate correctly. This change is significant for debugging and maintaining code quality.
PR #871: fix: correct os.Exit code from -1 to 1 in main.go
Created 1 day ago. This PR corrects the exit code in the main application file to align with standard practices, improving error handling.
PR #862: Create setup_fabric.bat
Created 2 days ago. This PR introduces a batch script for Windows users to automate the setup process for Fabric, making it more user-friendly and accessible.
PR #861: Scrape url
Created 3 days ago. This PR adds a new CLI command to scrape webpage content into markdown format using Jina AI, expanding the tool's capabilities significantly.
PR #860: Fix broken link in table of contents in README.md
Created 3 days ago. A minor but necessary fix to ensure that documentation links are functional.
PR #852: Adding new pattern: create_recursive_outline
Created 3 days ago. This PR introduces a new pattern aimed at helping users break down tasks into manageable components, enhancing the utility of the tool.
PR #845: dockerised or containerised fabric
Created 4 days ago. This PR adds Docker support for Fabric, allowing users to run the application in a containerized environment, which is crucial for modern deployment practices.
PR #868: Renamed directory groc to groq
Closed shortly after creation due to being unnecessary; it was not merged.
PR #867: feat: native integration of yt to fabric
Merged successfully. This feature integrates YouTube functionality directly into Fabric, allowing users to extract transcripts and comments seamlessly.
PR #866: test: core
Merged successfully. Implements unit tests for the core package, enhancing code reliability.
PR #865: Fix groq spelling
Merged successfully. Addresses spelling issues related to "groq," improving consistency across the codebase.
PR #864: Fix groq spelling
Closed without merging; it contained commits from a previous PR that had already been addressed.
The current landscape of open pull requests reflects a strong focus on improving user experience and fixing existing issues within the Fabric project. The recent influx of PRs indicates an active community contributing towards enhancing documentation, fixing bugs, and adding new features that align with user needs.
Documentation Improvements: Several open PRs (e.g., #875, #860) focus on correcting typos and enhancing clarity within documentation files. This is essential as clear documentation aids both new and existing users in effectively utilizing the framework.
Error Handling Enhancements: The fixes related to error propagation (#872) and exit codes (#871) demonstrate a commitment to improving robustness in error handling within the application. These changes are critical for maintaining software reliability, especially as the project scales.
Feature Expansion: The introduction of new features such as Docker support (#845) and YouTube integration (#867) shows an emphasis on expanding Fabric's capabilities to meet user demands effectively. The addition of scraping functionality (#861) also aligns with this trend towards feature-rich offerings that enhance user productivity.
Community Engagement: The number of contributions from various developers indicates a vibrant community actively participating in the project's evolution. Notably, contributors are addressing both minor fixes and significant enhancements, suggesting a healthy balance between maintenance and innovation.
While many recent PRs have been merged successfully, some have been closed without merging due to conflicts or redundancy (e.g., PRs #868 and #864). This highlights potential challenges in managing contributions effectively, particularly as more developers engage with the project post-migration to Go.
Additionally, there is a notable absence of older PRs being revisited or merged, indicating that some contributions may be overlooked or require further attention from maintainers. Addressing this could help maintain momentum within the community and encourage continued participation.
The Fabric project is currently experiencing active development with numerous contributions aimed at enhancing functionality and usability. The focus on documentation improvements alongside feature expansions reflects a strategic approach to building a robust AI augmentation tool that meets user needs effectively. However, attention should be given to managing contributions efficiently and ensuring that older PRs do not stagnate without review or action.
Daniel Miessler (danielmiessler)
README.md, enhancements to various patterns, and integration of YouTube functionalities. He merged several pull requests related to testing and documentation improvements. Notably, he worked on the native integration of YouTube into Fabric.Eugen Eisler (eugeis)
xssdoctor
vendors/ollama/ollama.go.failopen
README.md.Iqbal Abdullah (iqbalabd)
Randall Degges (rdegges)
PickleOgre
fabric.go and ollama.go.Alejandro (criadoperez)
Jonathan Dunn
README.md were made by Daniel Miessler, reflecting changes due to the migration to Go.The recent activities reflect a highly collaborative environment focused on enhancing functionality while ensuring quality through testing and comprehensive documentation. The transition to Go appears to be well-managed, with significant contributions from multiple team members aimed at improving both user experience and system capabilities.