When should I use the --hybrid flag?

Use hybrid mode when your query contains specific technical terms, function names, or API identifiers that must match exactly, while still wanting the benefits of semantic intent discovery.

How does sgrep differ from ripgrep?

While ripgrep searches for exact text patterns or regex, sgrep uses semantic embeddings to understand the meaning behind your query, finding relevant code even if the specific words don't match.

Is sgrep useful for large, unfamiliar codebases?

Yes, it is specifically designed for discovery. It helps developers quickly map out how concepts like 'middleware' or 'database connections' are handled without reading every file.

Does sgrep support programmatic usage?

Yes, sgrep includes a --json flag that outputs search results in a structured format, making it easy to integrate with other CLI tools or automated scripts.

Can I see the code content in search results?

Absolutely. By using the -c or --context flag, sgrep will display the relevant code snippets along with file paths and line numbers.

sgrep - Semantic Code Search

Name: sgrep - Semantic Code Search
Author: XiaoConstantine

byXiaoConstantine

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개발자 도구

Performs semantic and hybrid code searches to find logic based on conceptual intent rather than just literal text matches.

소개

sgrep is a powerful CLI tool that bridges the gap between traditional text searching and AI-driven code understanding. By leveraging semantic embeddings, it allows developers to search for conceptual logic—such as 'error handling' or 'authentication flow'—even when the exact function names are unknown. It offers a hybrid mode for combining semantic intent with specific technical terms, making it indispensable for exploring complex or unfamiliar codebases where standard grep falls short.

주요 기능

Context-aware snippets displaying relevant code blocks
1 GitHub stars
Semantic intent-based code search using natural language
JSON output support for programmatic parsing and automation
Hybrid search mode for combining intent with exact term matching
Fast identification of architectural patterns in unfamiliar repos

사용 사례

Locating specific function implementations when you can only remember the purpose, not the name
Finding security-sensitive logic such as 'input validation' across multiple files
Exploring an unfamiliar codebase to understand how specific features like 'caching' are implemented

소개

주요 기능

Context-aware snippets displaying relevant code blocks
1 GitHub stars
Semantic intent-based code search using natural language
JSON output support for programmatic parsing and automation
Hybrid search mode for combining intent with exact term matching
Fast identification of architectural patterns in unfamiliar repos

사용 사례

Locating specific function implementations when you can only remember the purpose, not the name
Finding security-sensitive logic such as 'input validation' across multiple files
Exploring an unfamiliar codebase to understand how specific features like 'caching' are implemented