Say hello to GitLab Duo Chat: A new level of AI-assisted productivity

GitLab Duo Chat is an AI-assisted feature designed to enhance software development processes by providing real-time support for both technical and non-technical users throughout the entire development lifecycle. Launching in Beta on November 16, it integrates with GitLab's Web IDE and VS Code extension, offering capabilities such as code explanations, test generation, and interactive code creation. This tool aims to streamline workflows, elevate productivity, and support users in understanding and managing code, issues, and project epics without needing to switch contexts. GitLab Duo Chat emphasizes data privacy by not using proprietary inputs as training data and employs specific large language models like Anthropic Claude-2 and Vertex AI Codey for various tasks. The feature is part of GitLab's broader initiative to incorporate AI into software development, which 83% of respondents in their Global DevSecOps Report view as critical to maintaining competitiveness. GitLab Duo Chat will be available for Ultimate tier customers as part of GitLab 16.6, with future updates expected to transition other AI capabilities from Beta to general availability.

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