The "fabric" project, hosted on GitHub under the repository danielmiessler/fabric, is an open-source framework developed in Go. It aims to augment human capabilities using AI by providing a modular structure for integrating AI prompts, known as "Patterns," into various tasks. The project is actively maintained and has a strong community presence, evidenced by its significant number of stars and forks. The recent migration from Python to Go marks a critical phase in its development, focusing on enhancing performance and expanding functionality.
Eugen Eisler (eugeis)
David (verebes1)
Ignacio Arce (ignacio-arce)
create_diy
pattern in PR #1115 (1 day ago).Leon (leonsgithub)
Butterflyx
Jared Montoya (jaredmontoya)
Josh Medeski (joshmedeski)
Waldo Rochow (wrochow)
Matt Joyce (mattjoyce)
NuCl34R
Jonathan Dunn
Daniel Miessler (danielmiessler)
Rob Prouse (rprouse)
.env
case insensitive (#1118) indicate usability improvements.write_latex
pattern (#1107) show active debugging efforts.Timespan | Opened | Closed | Comments | Labeled | Milestones |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 Days | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
30 Days | 41 | 20 | 81 | 3 | 1 |
90 Days | 158 | 179 | 448 | 7 | 1 |
All Time | 509 | 390 | - | - | - |
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 |
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Eugen Eisler | 1 | 0/0/0 | 18 | 23 | 1024 | |
jaredmontoya | 1 | 4/4/0 | 6 | 19 | 876 | |
David | 1 | 2/2/0 | 2 | 1 | 106 | |
Matt Joyce | 1 | 0/1/0 | 4 | 1 | 89 | |
Leon | 1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 4 | 67 | |
github-actions[bot] | 1 | 0/0/0 | 25 | 2 | 64 | |
Waldo Rochow | 1 | 1/1/0 | 2 | 2 | 56 | |
Josh Medeski | 1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 56 | |
Justin Holsgrove | 1 | 0/0/0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | |
Ignacio Arce | 1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | |
NuCl34R | 1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | |
xvnpw | 1 | 1/3/0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | |
butterflyx | 1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
Rob Prouse (rprouse) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Dennis Estenson (destenson) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Jakes (jacovanwyk) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Justin Holsgrove (jholsgrove) | 0 | 1/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Noam Siegel (noamsiegel) | 0 | 0/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
PRs: created by that dev and opened/merged/closed-unmerged during the period
Risk | Level (1-5) | Rationale |
---|---|---|
Delivery | 4 | The project faces a significant delivery risk due to several factors. The backlog of open issues is increasing, with more issues being opened than closed in the short term, which could lead to delays (#38234). Additionally, the pending pull request #1060 has been open for over two weeks without progress, indicating potential bottlenecks in the review process (#38246). The incomplete nature of some pull requests, such as the lack of documentation in #1060, further exacerbates this risk by hindering understanding and future maintenance (#38237). Furthermore, installation challenges during the transition from Python to Go could impact new user adoption and delivery timelines (#38252). These factors collectively suggest a high risk of not meeting delivery goals if not addressed promptly. |
Velocity | 3 | The project's velocity shows mixed signals. On one hand, there is active development with multiple contributors making significant changes, such as Eugen Eisler's 18 commits affecting 23 files (#38235). However, the trend of more issues being opened than closed over shorter periods suggests potential slowdowns in resolving tasks (#38234). The rapid merging of some pull requests (#1119, #1117) indicates good velocity but also raises concerns about the thoroughness of reviews (#38250). The reliance on automated tools like GitHub Actions for routine updates supports velocity but introduces dependency risks if these processes fail (#38241). Overall, while there is active development, the potential for bottlenecks and dependency issues suggests a moderate risk to maintaining current velocity. |
Dependency | 3 | The project exhibits moderate dependency risks primarily due to its reliance on automated tools and external integrations. The use of GitHub Actions for routine updates is beneficial for maintaining velocity but poses a risk if these automated processes encounter failures or require updates themselves (#38235). Additionally, integration problems with local models using Ollama indicate potential dependency risks that could affect robustness and reliability (#38252). While the introduction of Docker support enhances deployment flexibility and mitigates some dependency risks by ensuring compatibility across environments (#38246), the ongoing transition from Python to Go introduces further dependency challenges that need careful management to avoid disruptions (#38252). |
Team | 2 | The team dynamics appear relatively stable with active contributions from multiple developers. Eugen Eisler leads with significant contributions, suggesting strong leadership and engagement (#38235). The collaboration between team members in merging contributions indicates a cohesive development process that supports velocity and code quality (#38247). However, the diversity in contribution intensity among developers could lead to uneven code quality if not managed carefully. There are no explicit signs of burnout or conflict within the team based on the available data, suggesting a low risk related to team dynamics at this time. |
Code Quality | 4 | Code quality is at risk due to several factors. The incomplete nature of some pull requests, such as #1060 which lacks necessary documentation and substantial implementation details, poses a risk to code quality by hindering understanding and future maintenance (#38237). The rapid merging of pull requests without comprehensive reviews could also impact code quality negatively if not managed carefully (#38250). Additionally, inconsistencies in pattern execution highlighted in issues suggest potential technical debt that could affect code quality if not addressed promptly (#38252). These factors collectively indicate a high risk to maintaining high code quality standards. |
Technical Debt | 4 | The project faces a significant risk of accumulating technical debt. The high level of commit activity from contributors like Eugen Eisler suggests rapid development but also poses a risk of technical debt if changes are not thoroughly reviewed and tested (#38235). Inconsistencies in pattern execution reported in issues indicate areas where technical debt may already be accumulating (#38252). The ongoing transition from Python to Go introduces additional complexity that could contribute to technical debt if not managed effectively (#38252). These factors suggest a high risk of increasing technical debt if proactive measures are not taken. |
Test Coverage | 4 | Test coverage is insufficiently addressed within the project. The lack of testing or integration with existing systems in some pull requests, such as #1060, indicates inadequate validation of changes which could lead to unforeseen errors or integration problems (#38236). This oversight poses risks to both test coverage and error handling as untested code may introduce bugs that are not easily caught or reported. Additionally, there is little evidence of comprehensive testing strategies being discussed or implemented in recent activities, further exacerbating this risk. |
Error Handling | 4 | Error handling appears to be a significant area of concern. The absence of testing or integration with existing systems in pull requests like #1060 suggests inadequate validation processes that could lead to undetected errors or integration issues (#38236). Furthermore, there is little evidence of robust error handling mechanisms being discussed or implemented across recent activities. This lack of focus on error handling increases the likelihood that errors may go unnoticed or unreported until they cause significant disruptions. |
Recent activity in the danielmiessler/fabric GitHub repository shows a diverse range of issues being reported and addressed. These issues span from feature requests and bug reports to questions about installation and usage. The project appears to be actively maintained, with a focus on improving functionality and user experience.
Several issues highlight challenges with installation, particularly for users on Windows and those using WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux). There are also multiple reports of problems with the yt
command, which is used for processing YouTube video transcripts. Users have reported errors related to API key configuration and transcript retrieval.
A notable theme is the transition from Python to Go, which has introduced new complexities for users. This migration has led to questions about installation procedures, compatibility with local models, and changes in command-line options. The community is actively engaging with these challenges, as evidenced by the number of questions and discussions around setup and usage.
#1118: A feature request to make .env
DEFAULT_VENDOR case insensitive was created 0 days ago. This issue highlights a usability improvement that could benefit users who frequently encounter case sensitivity issues.
#1116: A question about installation on Windows was raised 1 day ago, indicating ongoing challenges with cross-platform compatibility.
#1113: A question regarding the functionality of Xclip/Pbpaste was created 2 days ago, pointing to potential documentation gaps or user confusion about clipboard management.
#1107: A bug report about the write_latex
pattern outputting incorrect formatting was edited 1 day ago, suggesting active debugging efforts.
#1099: A question about combining image input with text questions was edited 2 days ago, reflecting user interest in multimodal capabilities.
#1097: A feature request for program self-updating was edited 5 days ago, highlighting user interest in automated maintenance features.
#1057: A bug report about Fabric ignoring lines without trailing newlines on stdin was edited 14 days ago, indicating ongoing improvements in input handling.
#1056: A bug report about repetitive answers was edited 13 days ago, suggesting issues with response consistency or model behavior.
#1055: A feature request for automatic text chunking was edited 9 days ago, reflecting user needs for handling large inputs efficiently.
#1033: A question about support for a new API service (infermatic.ai) was created 31 days ago, showing interest in expanding integration options.
The project continues to evolve with community-driven enhancements and bug fixes, addressing both technical challenges and user feedback to improve overall functionality and accessibility.
fabric
framework. It explains the concept of "Patterns" and how they can be used to integrate AI into daily tasks. The inclusion of installation instructions for different platforms is helpful.version.nix
, this file declares the current version of the application in Go code.GrabTranscript
, GrabComments
). This modular approach enhances readability and maintainability..git
, .env
, and README.md
. This helps reduce image size by excluding unnecessary files.fabric
application using Go.fabric
application using Docker Compose.shell.nix
.nixpkgs
and outputs for formatting checks and development shells.Overall, the source code files demonstrate good organization, clarity, and adherence to best practices in software development. The project appears well-maintained with active community engagement.
Eugen Eisler (eugeis)
David (verebes1)
Ignacio Arce (ignacio-arce)
create_diy
.Leon (leonsgithub)
Butterflyx
Jared Montoya (jaredmontoya)
Josh Medeski (joshmedeski)
Waldo Rochow (wrochow)
Matt Joyce (mattjoyce)
NuCl34R
Jonathan Dunn
Daniel Miessler (danielmiessler)
Rob Prouse (rprouse)