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| 1 | +# AGENTS.md |
| 2 | + |
| 3 | +This file provides guidance for AI agents (e.g., GitHub Copilot, MCP, or LLM-based assistants) interacting with the Azure SDK for Go repository. |
| 4 | + |
| 5 | +## Repository Overview |
| 6 | + |
| 7 | +For a comprehensive overview of this repository, see the [README.md](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/README.md). |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +### Key Documentation |
| 10 | +- [Main README](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/README.md) - Getting started, package information, and repository structure |
| 11 | +- [Contributing Guide](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) - Contribution guidelines and PR requirements |
| 12 | +- [Developer Setup](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/setup.md) - Environment setup for SDK development |
| 13 | +- [Release Documentation](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/release.md) - Package release process |
| 14 | +- [Copilot Instructions](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/copilot-instructions.md) - Copilot-specific guidance |
| 15 | + |
| 16 | +### Go Version Support |
| 17 | +The SDK is compatible with the two most recent major Go releases, following Go's official [support policy](https://go.dev/doc/devel/release#policy). |
| 18 | + |
| 19 | +## Agent Capabilities and Boundaries |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +### Supported Actions |
| 22 | + |
| 23 | +AI agents can assist with the following activities: |
| 24 | + |
| 25 | +#### Code Development |
| 26 | +- **Reading and understanding code**: Browse SDK packages, understand APIs, and explain functionality |
| 27 | +- **Code suggestions**: Propose improvements, bug fixes, or new features following [Azure Go SDK Guidelines](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html) |
| 28 | +- **Testing**: Write or update unit tests using `github.com/stretchr/testify/require` |
| 29 | +- **Examples**: Create example code in `example*_test.go` files following the [Go examples guidelines](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/instructions/go-examples.instructions.md) |
| 30 | + |
| 31 | +#### Documentation |
| 32 | +- **README updates**: Improve module READMEs and documentation |
| 33 | +- **Code comments**: Add or improve GoDoc comments following [documentation style](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html#documentation-style) |
| 34 | +- **CHANGELOG updates**: Document changes in CHANGELOG.md files |
| 35 | + |
| 36 | +#### Issue and PR Management |
| 37 | +- **Issue triage**: Review issues, suggest labels, identify duplicates |
| 38 | +- **PR review assistance**: Analyze PRs, suggest improvements, check for guideline compliance |
| 39 | +- **Question answering**: Help developers with SDK usage questions |
| 40 | + |
| 41 | +### Automation Boundaries |
| 42 | + |
| 43 | +AI agents should **NOT** perform the following actions without human approval: |
| 44 | + |
| 45 | +#### Build and Release |
| 46 | +- **Triggering releases**: Only humans should use `CheckPackageReleaseReadiness` and `ReleasePackage` MCP tools |
| 47 | +- **Modifying CI/CD pipelines**: Changes to `ci.yml`, Azure Pipelines configurations, or workflow files require careful review |
| 48 | +- **Approving releases**: Release stage approvals in pipelines must be done by authorized humans |
| 49 | + |
| 50 | +#### Code Generation |
| 51 | +- **Regenerating SDK code**: Most packages in `sdk/` are generated from [Azure API specs](https://github.com/Azure/azure-rest-api-specs) using TypeSpec and should not be manually modified |
| 52 | +- **TypeSpec changes**: SDK generation from specifications requires specific tools and workflows (see [code generation docs](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/generate.md)) |
| 53 | + |
| 54 | +#### Security and Compliance |
| 55 | +- **Security issues**: Must be reported privately to <secure@microsoft.com>, not in public issues |
| 56 | +- **License changes**: No modifications to licensing without explicit approval |
| 57 | + |
| 58 | +## Key Workflows |
| 59 | + |
| 60 | +### Development Workflow |
| 61 | + |
| 62 | +```bash |
| 63 | +# Navigate to the SDK module you want to work with |
| 64 | +cd sdk/azcore # or any other module |
| 65 | + |
| 66 | +# Build the module |
| 67 | +go build ./... |
| 68 | + |
| 69 | +# Run tests |
| 70 | +go test ./... |
| 71 | +``` |
| 72 | + |
| 73 | +### TypeSpec/Code Generation Workflow |
| 74 | + |
| 75 | +For modules with `tsp-location.yaml`: |
| 76 | + |
| 77 | +```bash |
| 78 | +# Install prerequisites |
| 79 | +npm install -g @typespec/compiler |
| 80 | +npm install -g @azure-tools/typespec-client-generator-cli |
| 81 | + |
| 82 | +# Navigate to the module directory |
| 83 | +cd sdk/<service>/<module> |
| 84 | + |
| 85 | +# Regenerate the SDK from TypeSpec |
| 86 | +tsp-client update |
| 87 | +``` |
| 88 | + |
| 89 | +See [TypeSpec location instructions](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/instructions/tsp-location.instructions.md) for details. |
| 90 | + |
| 91 | +### Contributing Workflow |
| 92 | + |
| 93 | +For detailed contribution guidelines, see [CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md). |
| 94 | + |
| 95 | +Key steps: |
| 96 | +1. **Fork and clone** the repository |
| 97 | +2. **Create a feature branch** from `main` |
| 98 | +3. **Make changes** following the [Go SDK Guidelines](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html) |
| 99 | +4. **Add tests** to ensure CI catches future regressions |
| 100 | +5. **Update documentation** (README, CHANGELOG, examples) |
| 101 | +6. **Run tests locally** to verify changes |
| 102 | +7. **Submit a PR** with a descriptive title and reference to related issues |
| 103 | +8. **Address review feedback** in additional commits |
| 104 | + |
| 105 | +### PR Review Checklist |
| 106 | + |
| 107 | +For comprehensive PR requirements, see the [Pull Requests section in CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md#pull-requests). |
| 108 | + |
| 109 | +Agents can help verify PRs meet key requirements: |
| 110 | +- [ ] Code follows [Go SDK Guidelines](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html) |
| 111 | +- [ ] Tests are added/updated with proper assertions |
| 112 | +- [ ] CHANGELOG.md is updated with changes |
| 113 | +- [ ] Examples are provided for new APIs |
| 114 | +- [ ] All CI checks pass |
| 115 | + |
| 116 | +## SDK-Specific Automation |
| 117 | + |
| 118 | +### Module Structure |
| 119 | + |
| 120 | +Most SDK modules follow this structure: |
| 121 | + |
| 122 | +``` |
| 123 | +sdk/<service>/<module>/ |
| 124 | +├── ci.yml # CI/CD pipeline configuration |
| 125 | +├── CHANGELOG.md # Version history and changes |
| 126 | +├── README.md # Module documentation |
| 127 | +├── go.mod # Go module dependencies |
| 128 | +├── *_client.go # Client implementation |
| 129 | +├── models.go # Data models |
| 130 | +├── options.go # Client options |
| 131 | +├── responses.go # Response types |
| 132 | +├── *_test.go # Unit tests |
| 133 | +├── example*_test.go # Example code |
| 134 | +└── testdata/ # Test fixtures |
| 135 | +``` |
| 136 | + |
| 137 | +### Test Conventions |
| 138 | + |
| 139 | +- Use `github.com/stretchr/testify/require` for assertions |
| 140 | +- Environment variables for live testing go in `.env` files at module root |
| 141 | +- Look for `recording.Getenv()` or `os.Getenv()` calls to find required environment variables |
| 142 | +- See [Go tests guidelines](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/instructions/go-tests.instructions.md) |
| 143 | + |
| 144 | +### Go Module Standards |
| 145 | + |
| 146 | +- go.mod should only have direct references to: |
| 147 | + - Azure SDK modules (`github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/sdk/...`) |
| 148 | + - `golang.org/x/...` modules |
| 149 | +- Exception: `github.com/stretchr/testify` can be an indirect dependency |
| 150 | +- See [Go mod standards](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/instructions/go-mod-standards.instructions.md) |
| 151 | + |
| 152 | +### Code Standards |
| 153 | + |
| 154 | +- Acronyms in exported names should be uppercased (e.g., `UserID`, not `UserId`) |
| 155 | +- All Go files should have a copyright header |
| 156 | +- Error handling should use descriptive messages |
| 157 | +- See [Go code guidelines](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/instructions/go-code.instructions.md) |
| 158 | + |
| 159 | +## Communication Channels |
| 160 | + |
| 161 | +### Getting Help |
| 162 | +- **Issues**: File issues via [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/issues) |
| 163 | +- **Stack Overflow**: Ask questions with tags `azure` and `go` |
| 164 | +- **Slack**: Chat in [#Azure SDK channel](https://gophers.slack.com/messages/CA7HK8EEP) on Gophers Slack |
| 165 | +- **Teams**: Contact the Go team via "Language - Go" channel under "Azure SDK" team |
| 166 | + |
| 167 | +### Code Ownership |
| 168 | +- Use [CODEOWNERS file](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/.github/CODEOWNERS) to find module owners |
| 169 | +- Owners may be listed for parent folders due to wildcards |
| 170 | +- Service owners handle issues; source owners handle PRs |
| 171 | + |
| 172 | +## Safety and Best Practices |
| 173 | + |
| 174 | +### For AI Agents |
| 175 | + |
| 176 | +1. **Read before writing**: Always review existing code and documentation before suggesting changes |
| 177 | +2. **Follow patterns**: Match the style and patterns used in the repository |
| 178 | +3. **Test assertions**: Use the same testing patterns as existing tests |
| 179 | +4. **Small changes**: Prefer small, focused changes over large refactorings |
| 180 | +5. **Explain decisions**: Provide context for why changes are being suggested |
| 181 | +6. **Reference guidelines**: Link to relevant guidelines when suggesting changes |
| 182 | +7. **Verify compatibility**: Ensure changes don't break backward compatibility without explicit approval |
| 183 | + |
| 184 | +### For Code Reviews |
| 185 | + |
| 186 | +When assisting with code reviews: |
| 187 | + |
| 188 | +1. Check compliance with [Azure Go SDK Guidelines](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html) |
| 189 | +2. Verify tests are comprehensive and use proper assertions |
| 190 | +3. Ensure documentation is complete and accurate |
| 191 | +4. Check for potential breaking changes |
| 192 | +5. Verify CHANGELOG entries describe the changes clearly |
| 193 | +6. Look for security concerns or potential issues |
| 194 | + |
| 195 | +### For Testing |
| 196 | + |
| 197 | +When working with tests: |
| 198 | + |
| 199 | +1. Run tests locally before suggesting they're complete |
| 200 | +2. Check for required environment variables in `.env` files |
| 201 | +3. Use `require` package for assertions, not `assert` |
| 202 | +4. Ensure tests are repeatable and don't depend on external state |
| 203 | +5. Add error messages to assertions to help debugging |
| 204 | + |
| 205 | +## Additional Resources |
| 206 | + |
| 207 | +### Azure SDK Guidelines |
| 208 | +- [Azure Go SDK Guidelines](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html) - Primary reference for SDK development |
| 209 | +- [API Design Guidelines](https://azure.github.io/azure-sdk/golang_introduction.html) - API design principles |
| 210 | + |
| 211 | +### Documentation |
| 212 | +- [Developer Setup](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/setup.md) - Machine setup for development |
| 213 | +- [Release Guidelines](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/release.md) - Package release process |
| 214 | +- [Migration Guide](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/ARM/MIGRATION_GUIDE.md) - Migrating from track 1 to track 2 |
| 215 | +- [Breaking Changes Guide](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/breaking-changes/sdk-breaking-changes-guide.md) - Handling breaking changes |
| 216 | + |
| 217 | +### Tools and Automation |
| 218 | +- [Code Generation](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/development/generate.md) - SDK generation from specs |
| 219 | +- [Engineering System](https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-go/blob/main/documentation/eng_sys.md) - Build and CI/CD systems |
| 220 | + |
| 221 | +## Version History |
| 222 | + |
| 223 | +This AGENTS.md file follows the emerging AGENTS.md standard to provide consistent AI agent guidance across Azure SDK repositories. |
| 224 | + |
| 225 | +**Maintainers**: Azure SDK Go Team |
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