Integrating with Bob IDE

1. Start Bob Shell from your Bob IDE terminal
2. Accept the automatic integration prompt when it appears
3. Use Bob Shell normally - it now has access to your workspace context
4. When Bob Shell suggests code changes, they'll appear in Bob IDE's diff viewer

Without IDE integration, Bob Shell only knows about files you explicitly reference. With integration enabled, Bob Shell automatically gains:

• Access to your 10 most recently accessed files
• Knowledge of your current cursor position
• Visibility of your selected text (up to 16KB)

This contextual awareness allows Bob Shell to provide more relevant assistance without requiring you to manually reference files.

When Bob Shell suggests code changes:

This workflow allows you to:

• Review changes in your familiar editor environment
• Edit the suggested changes before accepting them
• Accept or reject changes using standard editor commands
• Keep your hands on the keyboard throughout the process

Choose the installation method that works best for you:

When you run Bob Shell inside Bob IDE's integrated terminal, it automatically detects the environment and offers to set up integration:

Selecting "Yes" will:

1. Install the Bob Shell Companion extension
2. Configure the necessary connection settings
3. Establish the connection automatically

If you dismissed the automatic prompt or need to reinstall, use the built-in command:

This command:

• Detects your current IDE
• Finds the appropriate extension
• Installs it automatically
• Provides setup instructions

To verify your connection and see what context Bob Shell has access to:

Example output:

When Bob Shell suggests code modifications, you'll see them in your editor's diff viewer.

You have multiple ways to accept suggested changes:

To reject suggested changes:

You can edit the suggested code directly in the diff editor before accepting it. This allows you to:

• Fix minor issues in the suggestion
• Adapt the code to your specific needs
• Add comments or additional logic
• Ensure the changes match your coding style

Access Bob Shell features directly from Bob IDE's Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P or Ctrl+Shift+P):

When using Bob Shell with macOS Seatbelt sandboxing:

• The IDE integration requires network access
• Use a Seatbelt profile that allows network connections
• The default permissive-open profile works with IDE integration

When running Bob Shell in a Docker container:

• The integration can still connect to Bob IDE on your host machine
• Bob Shell automatically finds the IDE server via host.docker.internal
• Ensure your Docker networking allows container-to-host connections

Solution:

1. Verify the Bob Shell Companion extension is installed and enabled
2. Open a new terminal in your IDE
3. Run /ide enable

Solution:

1. Run /ide enable to reconnect
2. If the issue persists, restart your IDE

Solution:

1. Navigate to the same directory that's open in your IDE
2. Restart Bob Shell

Solution:

1. Open a folder or workspace in your IDE
2. Restart Bob Shell

Solution: Run Bob Shell from within a supported IDE's integrated terminal

Solution: Install the Bob Shell Companion extension manually from your IDE's marketplace

• Start Bob Shell from your IDE's terminal for automatic integration
• Keep your workspace focused on relevant files for better context
• Review diffs carefully before accepting changes
• Use keyboard shortcuts for faster workflow
• Check connection status if Bob Shell seems to be missing context