MetaGPT is an innovative Python-based framework that simulates a software company environment using AI agents to facilitate natural language programming. It allows users to input simple requirements and receive detailed outputs like user stories and API designs. The project, notable for its use of large language models (LLMs) and orchestration of standard operating procedures, has gained significant traction in the open-source community. It is actively maintained, with frequent updates and a robust community engagement.
Timespan | Opened | Closed | Comments | Labeled | Milestones |
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7 Days | 14 | 10 | 7 | 14 | 1 |
30 Days | 41 | 21 | 55 | 40 | 1 |
90 Days | 77 | 85 | 168 | 57 | 1 |
1 Year | 243 | 200 | 697 | 173 | 2 |
All Time | 792 | 739 | - | - | - |
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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张建生 | ![]() |
1 | 0/0/0 | 14 | 57 | 1088 |
None (better629) | 1 | 2/1/0 | 4 | 10 | 62 | |
None (HuiDBK) | 1 | 1/1/0 | 4 | 14 | 57 | |
Isaac | ![]() |
1 | 1/1/0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
None (seehi) | 0 | 2/1/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Alexander Wu | ![]() |
0 | 0/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Guess (iorisa) | 0 | 1/0/1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Zhaoyang Yu (MoshiQAQ) | 0 | 1/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Donnivis Baker (dbsectrainer) | 0 | 2/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
None (jason-jszhang) | 0 | 1/3/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
PRs: created by that dev and opened/merged/closed-unmerged during the period
Risk | Level (1-5) | Rationale |
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Delivery | 3 | The project faces a moderate delivery risk due to a backlog of unresolved issues, as evidenced by the 14 issues opened and only 10 closed in the past week (#46217). The presence of critical bugs like Issue #1746 (TypeError with OpenAI API) and Issue #1745 (FileNotFoundError in Docker) further complicates delivery timelines (#46221). However, active pull request management and recent enhancements, such as PR #1736's update to GitHub Actions, mitigate some risks by ensuring CI/CD stability (#46222). |
Velocity | 3 | Velocity is moderately at risk due to the disparity in commit activity among team members. While 张建生's high productivity boosts velocity, the reliance on a few key contributors poses a risk if they become unavailable (#46218). Additionally, the backlog of issues suggests potential slowdowns in progress (#46217). However, the active development reflected in numerous open pull requests indicates ongoing efforts to maintain momentum (#46222). |
Dependency | 4 | Dependency risks are significant due to integration challenges with external systems, as highlighted by Issue #1745's FileNotFoundError within Docker and Issue #1721's configuration difficulties with third-party URL wrappers (#46221). The project's reliance on external libraries like OpenAI's API, which has caused TypeErrors (Issue #1746), further exacerbates this risk. Although efforts like PR #1735 aim to enhance configuration flexibility, these dependencies still pose a substantial risk (#46222). |
Team | 3 | Team risks are moderate, with evidence of good communication through active issue discussions (697 comments in one year) but potential dependency on a few key contributors like 张建生 (#46218). The varied levels of engagement among team members could impact team dynamics if not aligned with project goals. Additionally, the lack of recent commits from several developers might indicate uneven workload distribution or potential burnout risks (#46218). |
Code Quality | 3 | Code quality is moderately at risk due to inconsistent documentation and testing across pull requests. While high-quality contributions like PR #1688 improve robustness, others lack thorough documentation or tests, potentially affecting maintainability (#46219). The backlog of unresolved issues also suggests underlying code quality concerns that need addressing (#46217). |
Technical Debt | 3 | Technical debt is a moderate concern due to accumulating unresolved issues over time (792 opened vs. 739 closed all-time) and inconsistent documentation in pull requests (#46217, #46219). While efforts are being made to address bugs and optimize code (e.g., PR #1710), the lack of comprehensive documentation could hinder future maintenance and contribute to technical debt. |
Test Coverage | 3 | Test coverage is moderately at risk as several pull requests lack sufficient testing evidence. For instance, PR #1726 introduces new models without detailed tests, which could affect reliability (#46222). Although some PRs include test scripts (e.g., PR #1735), the inconsistency across contributions suggests potential gaps in automated testing coverage. |
Error Handling | 4 | Error handling is at significant risk due to critical unresolved issues like Issue #1746 (TypeError with OpenAI API) and Issue #1709 (unsupported parameter error), which highlight gaps in error management (#46221). While some pull requests focus on bug fixes (e.g., PR #1710), the recurring nature of these errors suggests systemic issues that need addressing to improve error handling robustness. |
Recent GitHub issue activity for the MetaGPT project has been robust, with a variety of issues being raised and addressed. These issues range from bug reports and feature requests to questions about implementation and configuration. The project appears to be actively maintained, with developers responding to and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Several issues stand out due to their complexity or significance. For example, Issue #1746 involves a TypeError
related to OpenAI's API, which could indicate a broader compatibility problem with the library's usage of certain data types. Issue #1745 highlights a FileNotFoundError
when attempting to create applications within a Docker container, suggesting potential configuration or environment setup challenges. Additionally, Issue #1709 discusses an unsupported parameter error with OpenAI's API, which could affect users relying on specific model configurations.
Common themes among the issues include integration challenges with various LLMs, configuration difficulties, and requests for enhanced functionality or support for additional models. There is also a noticeable interest in improving the robustness and flexibility of the framework to accommodate different user needs and environments.
#1746: TypeError
related to OpenAI API usage.
#1745: FileNotFoundError
when creating applications in Docker.
#1744: Inquiry about local deployment configuration for terminal and browser testing.
#1746: Updated regarding TypeError
in OpenAI API usage.
#1745: Updated regarding FileNotFoundError
in Docker.
#1733: Closed issue about Azure API returning a 404 error.
These issues reflect ongoing efforts to improve MetaGPT's compatibility with various environments and APIs, as well as user engagement in troubleshooting and enhancing the framework's capabilities.
#1736: chore: update actions/upload-artifact to v4
actions/upload-artifact
from v3 to v4.#1735: Fix #1721: Add support for Ollama with third-party URL wrappers
#1726: add LLM Reasoning models
#1732: Update SPO and AOT in README.md
#1695: update role atomization capacity example
#1683: Implement Self-Supervised Prompt Optimizer (SPO)
metagpt/ext/cr/actions/__init__.py
__init__.py
file in directories to make them recognizable as Python packages. However, without the actual content, it's difficult to assess its structure or organization.actions
package. If it is empty, consider whether it should include any package-level documentation or imports.metagpt/config2.py
BaseModel
for data validation, which is a good practice for managing configurations.CLIParams
and Config
classes are well-defined, encapsulating configuration parameters effectively.from_home
, default
, and from_llm_config
provides flexibility in loading configurations from different sources.merge_dict
function is a utility that merges multiple dictionaries, which is useful for combining configurations.metagpt/software_company.py
generate_repo
function encapsulates the core logic for setting up a software company simulation.startup
command provides a user-friendly interface to initiate simulations with various options.metagpt/team.py
Team
class, which appears to manage a group of roles (agents) within the simulation framework.BaseModel
, allowing for structured data management.serialize
, deserialize
, and hire
provide essential functionalities for managing team states and roles.start_project
) is a good practice to guide users towards preferred methods (run_project
).metagpt/tools/tool_recommend.py
examples/di/arxiv_reader.py
DataInterpreter
) to perform specific tasks like filtering articles.examples/ui_with_chainlit/app.py
@cl.set_chat_profiles
, @cl.on_message
) indicates a clean separation between setup and message handling logic.tests/metagpt/roles/test_architect.py
WritePRD
) and updates (WriteDesign
), ensuring comprehensive coverage of role functionalities.Overall, these files demonstrate a well-thought-out design with clear separation of concerns across different components of the MetaGPT framework. Regular updates indicate active maintenance, but continuous improvement in documentation, testing, and error handling will further enhance code quality.
Alexander Wu (geekan)
XiangJinyu
dbsectrainer
better629
HuiDBK (liuminhui)
jason-jszhang
seehi
MoshiQAQ
iorisa
张建生
Documentation Updates: Several team members, including XiangJinyu and better629, have focused on updating documentation files like README.md, indicating an emphasis on maintaining clear and current project documentation.
Collaboration: There is evidence of collaboration among team members, particularly between better629 and HuiDBK, as well as XiangJinyu and Alexander Wu, suggesting a collaborative work environment.
Code Optimization and Bug Fixes: 张建生 has been actively involved in optimizing code and fixing bugs, which indicates ongoing efforts to improve code quality and functionality.
Feature Development: The team is actively working on enhancing features as seen in the updates by better629 related to CLI entries and role atomization capacity examples.
Inactive Members: Some members like dbsectrainer and MoshiQAQ have not committed recently but are engaged through open pull requests, indicating they may be working on longer-term tasks or features not yet ready for merging.
Overall, the development team is actively maintaining the project with a focus on documentation, code optimization, feature enhancement, and collaborative efforts.