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AI Coding in Notebook

Learn how to leverage AI-powered features in Nika notebooks for faster coding, error resolution, and intelligent code suggestions. Use built-in AI tools to enhance your development workflow.

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Step 1: Quick AI Edit

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Built-in AI Suggestions

  1. Trigger AI Edit: Press Cmd/Ctrl + K or click the AI edit button in the code block toolbar
  2. AI Analyzes Code: AI reviews your code and suggests improvements
  3. Green Suggestions: AI suggestions appear in green text
  4. Preview Execution: Code runs with suggested changes even before accepting

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Accepting Changes

  • Line by Line: Accept individual suggestions one at a time
  • Accept All: Accept all AI suggestions at once
  • Undo Actions: Use Ctrl + Z to undo accept/reject actions
  • Preview Mode: See how code performs with suggestions before committing

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AI Edit Features

  • Context-Aware: AI understands your notebook’s full context
  • Smart Suggestions: Intelligent code improvements and optimizations
  • Real-time Preview: Test suggested changes immediately
  • Flexible Control: Accept, reject, or modify suggestions as needed
Quick AI Edit

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Step 2: Error Resolution with GAIA

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”Resolve in GAIA” Button

When code encounters errors:
  1. Error Occurs: Code execution fails with detailed error message
  2. Click “Resolve in GAIA”: Click the blue button in the error output
  3. AI Agent Activation: Nika’s AI agent analyzes the entire notebook context
  4. Comprehensive Analysis: AI looks at the bigger picture, not just the error

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GAIA’s Analysis

  • Full Context: Analyzes entire notebook, not just the error line
  • Dependency Tracking: Understands library imports and dependencies
  • Data Flow: Tracks how data flows through your analysis
  • Best Practices: Suggests improvements based on coding standards
Resolve in GAIA Button

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Step 3: GAIA Chat Interface

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AI-Powered Chat

After clicking “Resolve in GAIA”:
  1. Chat Panel Opens: GAIA chat panel appears on the right side
  2. Error Context: AI shows understanding of the error and notebook context
  3. Interactive Chat: Ask questions and get AI assistance
  4. Streaming Responses: See AI responses stream in real-time

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Chat Features

  • Natural Language: Ask questions in plain English
  • Code Modifications: AI can modify your notebook directly
  • Explanation: Get detailed explanations of errors and solutions
  • Step-by-Step: Receive guided solutions for complex problems

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Example Chat Interaction

User: "can you fix it?"
GAIA: "I see the issue. The Google Earth Engine collection query is being aborted because it's trying to retrieve too many elements at once. Let me fix this by implementing pagination..."
GAIA Chat Interface

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Step 4: AI-Powered Code Execution

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Streaming AI Execution

  • Real-time Modifications: AI can modify your notebook as you chat
  • Direct Integration: Changes appear directly in your code blocks
  • Context Preservation: AI maintains your notebook’s structure and flow
  • Immediate Testing: Modified code can be executed right away

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AI Model Selection

  • GPT-4.1-mini: Fast and efficient AI model for quick responses
  • Context-Aware: Model understands your specific notebook context
  • Error-Specific: Tailored responses based on the exact error encountered
  • Learning: AI learns from your coding patterns and preferences

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Step 5: Advanced AI Features

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Intelligent Code Suggestions

  • Auto-completion: AI suggests code completions as you type
  • Import Optimization: Automatically suggest and add required imports
  • Error Prevention: Catch potential errors before they occur
  • Performance Optimization: Suggest more efficient code patterns

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Context-Aware Assistance

  • Notebook History: AI remembers previous code blocks and outputs
  • Data Understanding: AI understands your data structures and types
  • Library Knowledge: AI knows about available libraries and their usage
  • Best Practices: Suggest improvements based on coding standards

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Next Steps

Now that you can use AI coding features:
  1. Practice AI Edit: Try Cmd/Ctrl + K on your code blocks
  2. Test Error Resolution: Use “Resolve in GAIA” when you encounter errors
  3. Explore Chat: Ask GAIA questions about your code and data
  4. Learn Patterns: Observe how AI suggests improvements

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Need Help?

  • AI Documentation: Check AI feature documentation for advanced usage
  • Community: Ask questions about AI features in our community forum
  • Support: Contact support for AI-related technical issues
  • Feedback: Share feedback on AI suggestions and improvements
Happy AI-powered coding!