CODEGENIE - An AI-Powered Assistant for Code Completion and Bug Fixing

In today’s fast-paced software development environment, the demand for smarter and faster coding solutions is more significant than ever. This paper introduces CODEGENIE, a Visual Studio Code extension that enhances programming productivity by leveraging OpenAI’s state-of-the-art language models. From automatic code generation and context-aware autocompletion to real-time debugging and insightful code suggestions, CODEGENIE transforms the way developers interact with code. Using the Hugging Face API and the StarCoder model, the extension intelligently interprets selected code, improves structure, fixes bugs, and explains logic—all in real time. It is built for both novice and experienced developers, streamlining workflows and fostering deeper understanding through AI-powered support. CODEGENIE represents a practical step forward in AI-assisted software development and aims to be a daily companion for coders worldwide.