Sweep
Turn issues into pull requests
Coding assistantGitHub botApache-2.0NoPythonIntermediate
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What is Sweep?
Sweep is a GitHub bot that reads an issue, plans a fix, writes the code and opens a pull request for review.
Why people choose Sweep
- Issue to pull request, automatically
- Runs in CI, reviews like a human
- Handles small chores well
Sweep at a glance
| Category | Coding assistant |
| Type | GitHub bot |
| License | Apache-2.0 |
| Runs locally | No |
| Built with | Python |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Best for | automating small maintenance PRs |
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FAQ
Is Sweep free?
Sweep is free and open-source (Apache-2.0 license), so you can use, self-host and modify it at no cost.
Can I run Sweep locally?
Sweep can be used locally or in the cloud depending on your setup.
What is the best alternative to Sweep?
Popular open-source alternatives include Continue, Aider, Cline. See the comparisons above to choose.
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