How is this different from a standard file search?

It uses semantic similarity via vector embeddings rather than simple keyword matching, meaning it can find relevant files even if they do not contain the exact words used in your query.

Can I use it to search through GitHub issues?

While this skill focuses on source code files, you should use the companion 'gwt-issue-search' skill for finding specific project issues.

What database does it use for search?

It utilizes ChromaDB to store and query embeddings of your project's source files for high-performance vector search.

Is it compatible with Windows environments?

Yes, it supports Windows by providing specific paths for the Chroma Python executable within the GWT runtime.

Does it require manual indexing?

No, the file index is automatically generated when the project is opened within the gwt environment.

Project Semantic Search

Name: Project Semantic Search
Author: akiojin

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Developer Tools

Enables semantic search over project source files using vector embeddings to find relevant code by concept rather than just keywords.

The gwt-project-index skill leverages ChromaDB to create and maintain a vector search index of your entire codebase, allowing for high-relevance code discovery and navigation. Unlike standard grep or keyword-based file searches, it uses natural language processing to identify files related to specific features, bugs, or architectural concepts. This is particularly useful when onboarding to a new project, investigating complex bugs, or locating similar implementations across a large repository without needing to know exact file names or variable strings.

Key Features

01Natural language query support for non-keyword matching

02Ranked search results with relevance distance scores

03Cross-platform compatibility for Linux, macOS, and Windows

04Automated indexing of project files using ChromaDB

05Vector-based semantic search for deep codebase discovery

063 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Locating files related to a specific feature or bug when starting a new development task

02Discovering architectural patterns and component organization in unfamiliar codebases

03Finding similar code implementations to ensure consistency across the project

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add akiojin/gwt gwt-project-index

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