Automating Git Workflows with AI (Without Breaking the Bank)
The Problem
As developers, we’re swamped with SaaS tools — all helpful, all pricey. I was especially frustrated with how much time I spent writing commit messages and PR descriptions. Important, yes, but repetitive. I didn’t want to pay for yet another tool to fix that.
The Solution: Git AI
So I built Git AI — a free, open-source tool that uses AI to automate Git tasks. It’s Python-based, simple to use, and avoids the subscription trap (aside from optional AI API usage).
You can check out the code repo here.
What It Does
Commit Messages:
Generates conventional commit messages based on your changes — no more vague “fix stuff” commits.
PR Descriptions:
Creates clear, structured summaries for pull requests so your team actually knows what changed and why.
How It Works
Built in Python with a clean, modular design
Uses LiteLLM to support multiple AI models (default is GPT-4)
Integrates with the GitHub API
Uses uv for fast, modern dependency management
Roadmap Ideas
Some features I’d like to add:
AI code reviews and security checks
Smart branch naming and cleanup
Auto-generated changelogs and updated README files
Versioning help and dependency suggestions
Reviewer matching and team metrics
Why Open Source?
No fees, no paywalls, no lock-in. Git AI is built by a developer for developers who want practical automation without ongoing costs.
Get Involved
Want to contribute?
Fork the repo
Set up locally (it’s quick)
Pick a feature
Build and open a PR
Final Thoughts
Git AI started as a personal project to avoid paying for something I knew I could build. If you’re looking to simplify Git workflows without yet another subscription, give it a try.
