Show HN: Sphinx – A hook that quizzes you on your AI's code before shipping
What happened
Sphinx is a Git hook designed for agent‑assisted development that pauses a push and asks the developer a question about what the new code does, especially in error scenarios. It works with various coding agents and OpenAI‑compatible endpoints, running on minimal tokens. The developer answers; a correct answer lets the push continue, while a wrong answer prompts learning and retry. The tool keeps answers private from the coding agent and protects .env files and keys. An optional "yolo" mode can bypass the check, logging any skips.
Why it matters
It helps developers catch misunderstandings about AI‑generated code before it is merged, potentially reducing bugs and security issues. For ordinary readers, it means more reliable software that relies on AI assistance.
Reality check
An automated, sceptical read of the sourceIncremental. The feature adds a safety checkpoint to existing AI coding workflows but builds on known concepts like Git hooks and code review.
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