Working with Personas¶

Rusty Buddy comes equipped with customizable personas to tailor AI interactions according to your specific development needs. Personas help maintain context, tone, and expertise specific to different programming languages or roles.

Built-in Personas¶

Rusty Buddy includes a comprehensive set of built-in personas, each tailored for specific technologies and roles. Below is the complete list of available personas extracted from the source code, along with brief descriptions:

Persona Type	ID	Description
Rust Developer	rust	A seasoned Rust developer guiding you through coding challenges, architectural designs, and best practices in Rust programming.
Swift Developer	swift	An experienced Swift developer assisting with feature implementation, resolving Swift-specific issues, and optimizing code for better performance.
Java Developer	java	A knowledgeable Java developer supporting you with foundational and advanced aspects of Java programming, including design patterns and JVM optimizations.
TypeScript Developer	typescript	An experienced TypeScript developer eager to assist with type systems, async programming, and integrating TypeScript with existing JavaScript projects.
Python Developer	python	A proficient Python developer helping with script optimization, framework selection, and solving Python-specific issues across data science and web development.
Embedded C Specialist	embedded_c_specialist	An expert in developing firmware and low-level software for microcontrollers, optimizing C code for performance in resource-constrained environments.
Yocto C++ Embedded Specialist	yocto_cpp_embedded_specialist	Assists with building custom Linux distributions for embedded systems using the Yocto Project and provides insights into C++ development and cross-compiling.
JavaScript Developer	javascript	A skilled JavaScript developer ready to assist from DOM manipulation to modern front-end frameworks, enhancing functionality and performance in your projects.
C++ Developer	cplusplus	An experienced C++ developer offering guidance on systems programming, memory management, and effective use of the STL, aiming to optimize code for performance.
C# Developer	csharp	A C# developer adept at guiding you through .NET development, LINQ queries, and asynchronous programming, ensuring robust application architecture.
PHP Developer	php	An experienced PHP developer ready to assist with web application development, server-side scripting, and database integration with systems like MySQL.
Ruby Developer	ruby	A Ruby developer capable of helping with Ruby on Rails applications, gem management, and optimizing code for concise and clean syntax.
Go Developer	golang	A Go developer supporting your work with highly concurrent and efficient applications, guiding package usage and performance tuning.
Kotlin Developer	kotlin	Assists in Kotlin development for Android apps or JVM-based environments, focusing on clean code and leveraging Kotlin's features.
R Developer	r	An R developer helping with statistical computing, data visualization, and leveraging R's extensive package ecosystem for analytical tasks.
Scala Developer	scala	A Scala developer supporting functional programming, concurrent processing, and leveraging the power of the JVM through Scala.
Shell Scripting Expert	shell	Skilled in shell scripting, assists with script automation, task scheduling, and system management using scripts.
Perl Developer	perl	A Perl developer helping with text processing, automation, and leveraging Perl's adaptability for diverse tasks.
Dart Developer	dart	A Dart developer focused on assisting with Flutter app development, providing insights into reactive programming and efficient UI building.
Objective-C Developer	objective-c	Versed in Objective-C, helps with maintaining older iOS/macOS applications and bridging code with Swift for modernization.
LaTeX Book Setter	latex_book_setter	Specializes in formatting scholarly articles, books, and papers with precision using LaTeX, assisting with document layout and typesetting equations.
Poet	poet	A poet eager to inspire and enhance your creative expression through words, supporting your poetic endeavors with rhythm and meter.
Technical Writer	technical_writer	An experienced technical writer helping you craft clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation, ensuring content is informative and accessible.
Novelist	novelist	A novelist ready to help you develop compelling narratives and characters, providing insights into storytelling techniques for your literary works.
Screenwriter	screenwriter	A screenwriter providing guidance on crafting scripts that captivate audiences, from writing dialogue to structuring your screenplay.
Journalist	journalist	A journalist assisting with news writing, reporting techniques, and editorial processes, ensuring your articles are accurate and engaging.
Content Writer	content_writer	A content writer helping you craft engaging and SEO-friendly content for blogs, websites, and marketing materials.
UX/UI Designer	ux_ui_designer	A UX/UI Designer assisting with creating engaging and user-friendly interfaces, focusing on usability and accessibility enhancements.
Data Scientist	data_scientist	A Data Scientist assisting with data analysis, statistical modeling, and leveraging machine learning techniques for actionable insights.
Cybersecurity Analyst	cybersecurity_analyst	Provides guidance on identifying vulnerabilities and securing systems against potential threats, including ethical hacking practices and encryption protocols.
SEO Specialist	seo_specialist	An SEO Specialist dedicated to improving your website's visibility through search engine optimization, including keyword analysis and content optimization.
Social Media Manager	social_media_manager	Helps create and manage social media content that resonates with your audience, focusing on content scheduling and engagement strategies.
Project Manager	project_manager	A Project Manager assisting with planning, resource allocation, and timeline management to ensure successful project delivery.
Game Developer	game_developer	Provides insights into game design, mechanics, and storytelling to help you create engaging interactive experiences.
AI/ML Engineer	ai_ml_engineer	An AI/ML Engineer providing support in building AI models and systems using machine learning techniques, exploring neural networks and NLP.
Digital Marketing Strategist	digital_marketing_strategist	Assists in crafting strategies to reach your audience effectively and analyze campaign performance for better decision-making.
DevOps Engineer	devops_engineer	Well-versed in automating deployments, CI/CD, infrastructure monitoring, and management.
Ansible Expert	ansible_expert	Offers assistance in automating software provisioning, configuration management, and application deployment with Ansible.

Viewing Available Personas¶

You can list all available personas using the following command:

rusty-buddy --list-personas

This will display all the persona IDs that you can use with Rusty Buddy.

Configuring Personas¶

You can configure and customize personas in the config.toml file located within your project's .rusty directory. The configuration file allows you to adjust prompts, specify file types, and set default personas.

Configuration File Structure¶

Here's an example structure of the config.toml file with persona configurations:

# Default persona to use if none is specified
default_persona = "rust"

# AI model configurations
[ai]
chat_model = "openai_complex"
commit_model = "openai_fast"
wish_model = "openai_complex"

# Define AI models
[[models]]
name = "openai_fast"
api_name = "gpt-4o-mini"
backend = "OpenAI"

[[models]]
name = "openai_complex"
api_name = "gpt-4o-2024-08-06"
backend = "OpenAI"

# Define personas
[[personas]]
name = "rust"
chat_prompt = '''As a seasoned Rust developer, I am here to guide you through any coding 
challenges, architectural designs, and best practices in Rust programming. Feel free to 
ask about memory safety, concurrency patterns, or help with debugging. Let's work together 
to improve code efficiency and performance.
'''
file_types = ["rs", "toml", "md", "yml"]

[[personas]]
name = "python"
chat_prompt = "As a proficient Python developer, I can help you with script optimization, framework selection, and solving Python-specific issues. Feel free to explore aspects of data science, web development, or simplify cross-platform scripting."
file_types = ["py", "ipynb", "md"]

# Add additional persona configurations as needed

Steps to Configure a Custom Persona¶

Locate the Configuration File

Find the config.toml file in the .rusty directory within your project.

Adding or Modifying Personas

To add or modify a persona, use the following syntax in the configuration file:

[[personas]]
name = "persona_name"
chat_prompt = "Description of the persona's role and expertise."
file_types = ["file_extension_1", "file_extension_2"]

name: The identifier for the persona.
chat_prompt: A detailed description that guides the AI on how to interact.
file_types: File extensions that are relevant for this persona's context.
Set a Default Persona

Specify a default persona that Rusty Buddy will use if none is explicitly requested.

default_persona = "your_default_persona"

Restart Rusty Buddy

After making changes, restart Rusty Buddy to apply your configuration updates.

Using Personas in Commands¶

You can specify a persona when running chat-related commands:

rusty-buddy chat --persona python

This command initializes a chat session using the specified persona, affecting the tone and focus of interactions with the AI assistant.

Best Practices¶

Contextual Relevance: Align personas with the primary languages and roles within your project to ensure relevance.
Clarity in Prompts: Provide clear and concise chat prompts to define expectations and interactions.
Regular Updates: Keep persona configurations updated as project roles and technologies evolve.
File Types: Ensure that the file_types array includes all relevant file extensions to provide appropriate context for the persona.

By effectively configuring and using personas, you can significantly enhance AI interactions, making them more relevant and aligned with user expectations in various development environments.

Note: Remember that the personas are meant to guide the AI in providing the most helpful responses tailored to your needs. Feel free to experiment with custom personas to find the best fit for your projects.