Boxy

CodeSandbox has released the beta version of their AI coding assistant, Boxy, which is available to all Pro subscribers. Boxy is designed to enhance productivity, creativity, and enjoyment while coding. It offers features such as intuitive code refactoring, contextual code generation, automatic commit message suggestions, and educational support.

Use Cases

• Developers can use Boxy to optimize their code, identify potential bugs, and enhance security.
• Boxy can assist in code refactoring by generating new code based on selected elements in the app preview.
• Developers can rely on Boxy for generating code snippets tailored to their specific context within CodeSandbox.
• Boxy streamlines the workflow by suggesting meaningful commit messages based on the changes made to a branch.
• Boxy provides explanations and insights to help developers learn and improve their coding skills.

Features

• 🔄 Intuitive code refactoring: Boxy can refactor code directly through the app preview, considering the project’s context.
• 📝 Contextual code generation: Boxy generates code snippets specific to the developer’s context within CodeSandbox, eliminating manual copying and pasting.
• 💬 Automatic commit messages: Boxy suggests commit messages by analyzing the changes made to a branch, saving developers time and effort.
• 📚 Educational support: Boxy offers explanations and insights to help developers deepen their understanding and improve their coding skills.
• 🔒 Opt-in feature: All AI features are available only after manually opting in, respecting users’ preferences regarding AI access to their code.
• 🆓 AI Research Program: CodeSandbox has initiated an AI Research Program where volunteers receive free access to AI features in exchange for feedback.
• 🚀 Exclusive to Pro subscribers: Boxy and other AI features are available to Personal Pro and Team Pro subscribers, encouraging users to upgrade or start a free trial.