FAQ
General Usage
Q: Is FORGE difficult to set up for small teams or startups? A: Not at all. FORGE offers lightweight CLI-based setup and container images, allowing even single developers to benefit. For more complex deployments, you can integrate with Docker/Kubernetes for scaling.
Q: What programming languages does FORGE currently support? A: FORGE’s Agents (e.g., CodeSynth, TestGenius) primarily target Python, Rust, Go, TypeScript; Translator extends these languages to Java and C# (coming Q1 2025), with PHP and others on the roadmap.
Q: How does FORGES fit into my existing CI/CD pipeline? A: Each Agent can be triggered via CLI calls or Docker containers, making it straightforward to insert a job in GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI. FORGES also provides reference YAML configurations for standard pipelines.
Security & Compliance
Q: Can FORGES handle sensitive, proprietary code? A: Absolutely. FORGES uses TLS for data in transit, AES-256 for data at rest, and optional integration with on-prem Key Management Systems (KMS). Access is controlled via RBAC and integrated logging for full audit trails.
Q: Does FORGES offer official compliance certifications (SOC 2, ISO 27001)? A: While FORGES as a platform aims to align with these standards, official certifications are targeted for Q2 2025. Nonetheless, the platform is designed to meet or exceed those compliance guidelines from inception.
Q: What if FORGES auto-applies a fix that breaks compliance? A: Organizations can configure Agents to only suggest fixes rather than auto-apply them. For critical compliance or security settings, an approval workflow can block changes until a designated lead reviews them.
Performance & Scaling
Q: How does FORGES scale with large repositories or multiple projects? A: Each Agent is an independently deployable microservice, letting you horizontally scale for big or numerous codebases. PerfGuard, for instance, can spawn multiple test workers, while CodeSynth can parallelize code refactoring tasks.
Q: Does FORGE require powerful hardware or GPUs? A: While GPUs can accelerate complex ML tasks or large code queries, FORGES Agents run fine on CPU-based systems. You can optionally integrate HPC or GPU nodes to speed up advanced analysis in CodeSynth or TestGenius.
Q: We have thousands of commits daily—can FORGE keep up? A: Yes. FORGE’s orchestrator (FORGES Core) queues tasks and distributes them across available Agent instances. You can auto-scale Agents in Docker/Kubernetes to handle spikes in commit volume.
Customization & Extensions
Q: Can I create my own FORGE Agent? A: Yes, FORGE supports a plugin architecture. You can build Agents in Python, Rust, or Go, hooking into FORGE Core for scheduling, logging, and role-based access. A future Marketplace will let you share or monetize these Agents.
Q: Is the FORGE Trinity (THESIS, ANTI-THESIS, SYNTHESIS) mandatory or optional? A: It is optional—an advanced feature for teams wanting a more collaborative AI approach to code optimization. Smaller teams or simpler projects may not need the Trinity, while large enterprises benefit from its self-improving capabilities.
Q: How do I integrate FORGE with an internal tool or legacy system? A: FORGE offers a CLI, REST APIs, and an SDK (Python, partially in Rust/Go). You can either call FORGE services directly via HTTP or create a plugin bridging your internal tool’s logic with FORGE’s orchestration layer.
Licensing & Pricing
Q: Is FORGE open-source, free, or commercial? A: FORGE is released under the MIT License for the core platform. Certain Agents may have premium enterprise features or require paid tiers for advanced usage (e.g., higher concurrency or support).
Q: What’s the difference between the community and enterprise tiers? A: The community tier offers basic Agent functionality, suitable for hobbyists or open-source contributors. The enterprise tier adds advanced compliance, 24/7 support, auto-scaling orchestration, and specialized enterprise integrations.
Q: Can I purchase individual Agents rather than the whole suite? A: Yes, you can pick specific Agents (e.g., only CodeSynth & TestGenius) or buy a bundled subscription. The platform is modular to fit your exact needs and budget.
Support & Community
Q: How do I get help or report an issue? A: FORGES provides official support channels (email, Slack/Discord for real-time), along with a community forum. You can submit bug reports or feature requests on GitHub if you’re using the open-source components.
Q: What about training or certification on FORGES? A: Workshops, training videos, and certification paths (e.g., “Certified FORGES Practitioner”) are being rolled out in parallel with major releases, ensuring devs can master the platform quickly.
Q: Does FORGES have an active developer community? A: Yes, we’re fostering a supportive, global community of developers and DevOps specialists via forums, social channels (Twitter, Telegram), and in-person/virtual events.
Future Scope
Q: Will FORGES expand to other languages or frameworks (e.g., .NET, Swift)? A: Yes, language support is a top priority. The roadmap includes Swift and .NET expansions post-Q2 2025, pending resource alignment and community feedback.
Q: Can FORGES handle specialized domains like blockchain or HPC? A: FORGES is structured to accommodate domain-specific Agents. For instance, the Translator already supports smart contract languages, and HPC integration is targeted for Q2 2025 with GPU acceleration.
Q: Is FORGE aiming to become a fully autonomous coding platform? A: FORGE’s vision is to automate as many repetitive tasks as possible, while still giving human developers control over creative decisions. Over time, deeper AI autonomy will emerge, but user oversight remains key to aligning solutions with real-world constraints.
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