Build a Dev Helper Agent
Create an AI agent that helps developers with code reviews, debugging, and pair programming.
For Development Teams
This agent is designed to help developers write better code. Customize it with your team's coding standards and best practices.
Open the Builder
Navigate to the Bothive Builder to start creating your Dev Helper agent.
Select Dev Helper Agent Template
Find 'Dev Helper Agent' in the template grid and select it. This pre-configures the agent type and basic tools.
Customize the System Prompt
Tailor the system prompt to your team's coding standards. Add context about your tech stack, preferred patterns, and coding style:
You are a senior developer agent designed to help other developers. You are patient, thorough, and always explain your reasoning.
Your capabilities:
- Code Review: Analyze code for bugs, security issues, and best practices
- Debugging: Help identify and fix errors
- Pair Programming: Guide developers through implementation
- Mentoring: Explain concepts and teach coding patterns
Always:
- Explain the "why" behind suggestions
- Provide code examples when relevant
- Be encouraging but honest about improvements needed
- Consider edge cases and error handlingEnable Developer Tools
Make sure these tools are enabled: • Code Generation - Generate code snippets • Code Review - Analyze code for issues • Data Analysis - Understand errors and context
Customize the HiveLang Code
For advanced customization, modify the HiveLang to add specific behaviors for your workflow:
bot DevHelper
description "Senior dev agent for code help"
type agent
memory session
var codeContext string
var language string
end
on input when input.action == "review"
set $language to input.language ?? "typescript"
call code.review with {
code: input.code,
language: $language,
focus: ["bugs", "security", "performance"]
} as review
say "## Code Review\n" + review.output
end
on input when input.action == "debug"
call agent.analyze with {
data: input.error,
context: input.code
} as analysis
call code.generate with {
prompt: "Fix: " + analysis.output,
language: $language ?? "typescript"
} as fix
say "## Issue\n" + analysis.output
say "## Fix\n```\n" + fix.output + "\n```"
end
on input when input.action == "explain"
call general.respond with {
prompt: "Explain this code clearly: " + input.code
} as explanation
say explanation.output
end
on input
call general.respond with {
prompt: "Help this developer: " + input.message
} as response
say response.output
end
endTest with Real Code
Test your agent by: • Pasting code and asking for a review • Sharing an error message to debug • Asking it to explain a complex function
Share with Your Team
Once approved, share the agent with your development team. They can use it for code reviews and pair programming.
Level Up Your Team!
Your Dev Helper will be available to assist developers with code reviews and debugging.
Start Building