Generative AI

Generative AI has evolved rapidly over the past decade and will continue in the future. Using generative AI and large language models (LLMs) can be helpful tools for contributors. Their overuse can also be problematic, such as generation of incorrect code, inaccurate documentation, and unneeded code churn. Discretion, good judgement, and critical thinking must be used when opening issues and pull requests.

Acceptable uses

Some of the acceptable uses of generative AI include:

• Assistance with writing comments, especially in a non-native language

• Gaining understanding of existing code

• Supplementing contributor knowledge for code, tests, and documentation

Unacceptable uses

Maintainers may close issues and PRs that are not useful or productive, including those that are fully generated by AI. If a contributor repeatedly opens unproductive issues or PRs, they may be blocked.