Wcgw FAQs

Question 1

What are the key features of Wcgw?

Accepted Answer

Key features include executing shell commands, editing files, file protections, efficient shell interactions (command polling, working directory tracking), syntax checking on edits, and modes for different access levels (architect, code-writer, wcgw).

Question 2

What is Wcgw?

Accepted Answer

Wcgw empowers chat applications like Claude and ChatGPT to code, build, and run on your local machine by providing shell access and code editing tools via a custom MCP or relay server.

Question 3

How does Wcgw ensure file safety?

Accepted Answer

Wcgw implements file protections to prevent accidental overwrites, including requiring the AI to read a file before editing, chunking large files, and implementing Aider-like search and replace.

Question 4

Which Chat applications are supported?

Accepted Answer

Wcgw supports Claude and ChatGPT. For Claude, it utilizes a custom MCP server, while for ChatGPT, it employs a relay server (compatible with Linux, Mac, and Windows on WSL).

Question 5

What are the different modes in Wcgw?

Accepted Answer

Wcgw provides architect mode (read-only, for planning), code-writer mode (restricted code editing), and wcgw mode (full access).

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