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Summary

This PR refactors the AI News Generator to use CrewAI Flows for better workflow orchestration, replacing the simple Crew usage with an agentic, event-driven approach.

Key Changes

  • New Flow Architecture: Implemented NewsGeneratorFlow class with @start and @listen decorators
  • Event-driven Workflow: Research phase triggers content writing phase automatically
  • State Management: Seamless data passing between workflow phases
  • Modular Design: Easy to extend with additional workflow steps
  • Enhanced UI: Updated Streamlit app with tabbed results and better UX
  • Testing: Added comprehensive test suite for Flow implementation
  • Documentation: Complete README update with usage examples and architecture details

Flow Architecture

class NewsGeneratorFlow(Flow[NewsGeneratorState]):
    @start()
    def research_topic(self) -> str:
        # Phase 1: Comprehensive research using Senior Research Analyst
        
    @listen(research_topic)
    def write_content(self, research_results: str) -> str:
        # Phase 2: Transform research into engaging content

Files Added/Modified

  • main.py - New CrewAI Flow implementation with CLI interface
  • app.py - Updated Streamlit interface using Flow architecture
  • requirements.txt - Dependencies for Flow implementation
  • test_flow.py - Test suite for Flow functionality
  • README.md - Comprehensive documentation with examples
  • .gitignore - Ignore Python cache and generated files

Testing

The implementation has been tested with:

  • Flow structure and initialization tests
  • State management verification
  • Method existence and decorator validation
  • Event-driven workflow setup confirmation

Benefits

  • Better workflow control with event-driven execution
  • Improved modularity for future extensions
  • Enhanced state management for data flow
  • More reliable error handling
  • Easier debugging and monitoring

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  • New Features

    • Introduced a modular, event-driven AI news generation workflow with distinct research and writing phases.
    • Added a Streamlit-based web interface and command-line usage options for generating news articles.
    • Provided download options for both research and final article outputs.
  • Documentation

    • Rewrote the README with comprehensive setup, architecture, usage, extension, and contribution instructions.
  • Bug Fixes

    • Improved error handling and user feedback in the application interface.
  • Tests

    • Added tests to verify flow structure, state management, and method availability.
  • Chores

    • Added .gitignore and requirements.txt for environment setup and proper file management.

- Implement NewsGeneratorFlow class with @start and @listen decorators
- Add event-driven workflow with research → content writing phases
- Replace simple Crew usage with modular Flow architecture
- Add comprehensive state management for data passing between phases
- Create main.py with Flow implementation and CLI interface
- Update Streamlit app.py to use new Flow-based architecture
- Add requirements.txt with all necessary dependencies
- Include test_flow.py for testing Flow implementation
- Update README with detailed Flow usage instructions and examples
- Add .gitignore for Python and generated files

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This update introduces a major refactor of the AI news generator project, transitioning from a monolithic CrewAI agent/task setup to a modular, event-driven CrewAI Flows architecture. It adds new modules, documentation, environment configuration, and tests, while updating the app's UI and internal logic to utilize the new flow-based design for research and content generation.

Changes

Cohort / File(s) Change Summary
Project Documentation
ai_news_generator/README.md
README extensively rewritten to explain the new CrewAI Flow architecture, usage, installation, extension, and contribution guidelines.
Flow Implementation
ai_news_generator/main.py
New module implementing a two-phase AI news generation flow using CrewAI Flows, defining state, agents, tasks, and orchestration logic.
App Refactor
ai_news_generator/app.py
Refactored to delegate content generation to the new flow, updated UI, improved error handling, and added modular CrewAI Flows explanations.
Testing
ai_news_generator/test_flow.py
New test script validating flow structure, state model, and method existence for the CrewAI Flows implementation.
Environment & Dependencies
ai_news_generator/.gitignore, ai_news_generator/requirements.txt
Added Python-specific .gitignore and requirements.txt specifying all necessary dependencies for the new architecture.

Sequence Diagram(s)

sequenceDiagram
    participant User
    participant StreamlitApp
    participant NewsGeneratorFlow
    participant ResearchAgent
    participant WriterAgent

    User->>StreamlitApp: Enter topic & temperature, click "Generate"
    StreamlitApp->>NewsGeneratorFlow: generate_news_content(topic, temperature)
    NewsGeneratorFlow->>ResearchAgent: research_topic()
    ResearchAgent->>ResearchAgent: Use search tool, gather info
    ResearchAgent-->>NewsGeneratorFlow: Return research results
    NewsGeneratorFlow->>WriterAgent: write_content(research_results)
    WriterAgent-->>NewsGeneratorFlow: Return final article
    NewsGeneratorFlow-->>StreamlitApp: Return research + article
    StreamlitApp-->>User: Display research & article results
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ai_news_generator/requirements.txt (1)

1-5: Consider using more specific version constraints for production stability.

Using >= without upper bounds can lead to unexpected breaking changes when packages release new major versions. Consider pinning to specific major versions or using compatible release clauses.

-crewai>=0.80.0
-crewai-tools>=0.15.0
-streamlit>=1.30.0
-python-dotenv>=1.0.0
-pydantic>=2.0.0
+crewai~=0.80.0
+crewai-tools~=0.15.0
+streamlit~=1.30.0
+python-dotenv~=1.0.0
+pydantic~=2.0.0

The ~= operator allows patch-level updates but prevents potentially breaking minor/major version updates.

ai_news_generator/test_flow.py (1)

12-95: Consider using a proper testing framework.

While the current tests work, consider migrating to pytest or unittest for better test organization, fixtures, and reporting.

Example with pytest:

import pytest
from main import NewsGeneratorFlow, NewsGeneratorState

class TestNewsGeneratorFlow:
    def test_flow_structure(self):
        """Test the basic flow structure and initialization"""
        flow = NewsGeneratorFlow(topic="Test Topic", temperature=0.5)
        
        assert flow.topic == "Test Topic"
        assert flow.temperature == 0.5
        assert flow.research_results == ""
        assert flow.final_content == ""
    
    def test_state_model(self):
        """Test the Pydantic state model"""
        state = NewsGeneratorState(
            topic="AI Technology",
            research_results="Mock research data",
            final_content="Mock article content",
            temperature=0.8
        )
        
        assert state.topic == "AI Technology"
        assert state.research_results == "Mock research data"
        assert state.final_content == "Mock article content"
        assert state.temperature == 0.8
    
    def test_flow_methods_exist(self):
        """Test that required flow methods exist"""
        flow = NewsGeneratorFlow(topic="Test Topic")
        
        assert hasattr(flow, 'research_topic')
        assert hasattr(flow, 'write_content')
        assert callable(flow.research_topic)
        assert callable(flow.write_content)

Then run with: pytest test_flow.py -v

ai_news_generator/app.py (1)

58-60: Consider removing unnecessary wrapper function.

The generate_content function is a simple pass-through that doesn't add value.

-def generate_content(topic, temperature=0.7):
-    """Generate content using the new CrewAI Flow implementation"""
-    return generate_news_content(topic, temperature)

 # Main content area
 if generate_button:
     if not topic.strip():
         st.warning("Please enter a topic to generate content.")
     else:
         with st.spinner('🚀 Executing CrewAI Flow... This may take a moment.'):
             try:
                 # Generate content using CrewAI Flow
-                result = generate_content(topic, temperature)
+                result = generate_news_content(topic, temperature)
ai_news_generator/README.md (1)

119-127: Add a language identifier to the fenced code block (MD040)
markdownlint flags this section because the fenced block lacks a language spec. Adding one (e.g., text) improves syntax highlighting and keeps the docs lint-clean.

-```
+```text
 ai_news_generator/
 ├── main.py              # CrewAI Flow implementation
 ├── app.py               # Streamlit web interface
 ├── test_flow.py         # Test suite for Flow
 ├── requirements.txt     # Python dependencies
 ├── README.md           # This file
 └── .env                # Environment variables (create this)
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ai_news_generator/.gitignore (1)

1-47: LGTM! Comprehensive .gitignore configuration.

The .gitignore file properly covers Python artifacts, environment files, IDE configurations, generated outputs, and OS-specific files. Good attention to security by excluding environment files.

ai_news_generator/main.py (2)

192-214: LGTM! Well-structured helper function.

The function provides a clean interface for flow execution with comprehensive result return.


216-250: LGTM! Good example implementation.

The main block provides a clear example of flow usage with proper error handling and file output.

ai_news_generator/app.py (2)

63-106: LGTM! Well-designed UI with good user experience.

The implementation provides:

  • Clear input validation
  • Tabbed results for better organization
  • Download functionality for both research and final content
  • Proper error handling with helpful messages

107-123: LGTM! Informative footer and documentation.

Good addition of flow execution details to help users understand the underlying architecture.

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⚠️ Potential issue

Remove unused import.

The os module is imported but never used in the code.

-import os
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Comment on lines +28 to +46
def __init__(self, topic: str, temperature: float = 0.7):
"""Initialize the flow with topic and configuration"""
super().__init__()

# Store configuration as instance variables
self.topic = topic
self.temperature = temperature
self.research_results = ""
self.final_content = ""

# Initialize LLM
self.llm = LLM(
model="command-r",
temperature=temperature
)

# Initialize search tool
self.search_tool = SerperDevTool(n_results=10)

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🛠️ Refactor suggestion

Improve initialization with validation and proper state management.

The current implementation has a few issues:

  1. Duplicates state storage (instance variables vs state model)
  2. No validation for temperature range
  3. No error handling for service initialization
 def __init__(self, topic: str, temperature: float = 0.7):
     """Initialize the flow with topic and configuration"""
+    # Validate temperature
+    if not 0.0 <= temperature <= 1.0:
+        raise ValueError("Temperature must be between 0.0 and 1.0")
+    
     super().__init__()
     
-    # Store configuration as instance variables
-    self.topic = topic
-    self.temperature = temperature
-    self.research_results = ""
-    self.final_content = ""
+    # Initialize state properly
+    self.state = NewsGeneratorState(
+        topic=topic,
+        temperature=temperature
+    )
     
-    # Initialize LLM
-    self.llm = LLM(
-        model="command-r",
-        temperature=temperature
-    )
-    
-    # Initialize search tool
-    self.search_tool = SerperDevTool(n_results=10)
+    try:
+        # Initialize LLM
+        self.llm = LLM(
+            model="command-r",
+            temperature=temperature
+        )
+        
+        # Initialize search tool
+        self.search_tool = SerperDevTool(n_results=10)
+    except Exception as e:
+        raise RuntimeError(f"Failed to initialize services: {e}")
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def __init__(self, topic: str, temperature: float = 0.7):
"""Initialize the flow with topic and configuration"""
super().__init__()
# Store configuration as instance variables
self.topic = topic
self.temperature = temperature
self.research_results = ""
self.final_content = ""
# Initialize LLM
self.llm = LLM(
model="command-r",
temperature=temperature
)
# Initialize search tool
self.search_tool = SerperDevTool(n_results=10)
def __init__(self, topic: str, temperature: float = 0.7):
"""Initialize the flow with topic and configuration"""
# Validate temperature
if not 0.0 <= temperature <= 1.0:
raise ValueError("Temperature must be between 0.0 and 1.0")
super().__init__()
# Initialize state properly
self.state = NewsGeneratorState(
topic=topic,
temperature=temperature
)
try:
# Initialize LLM
self.llm = LLM(
model="command-r",
temperature=temperature
)
# Initialize search tool
self.search_tool = SerperDevTool(n_results=10)
except Exception as e:
raise RuntimeError(f"Failed to initialize services: {e}")
🤖 Prompt for AI Agents
In ai_news_generator/main.py around lines 28 to 46, improve the __init__ method
by removing duplicate state storage and consolidating configuration into a
single source of truth, add validation to ensure the temperature parameter is
within an acceptable range (e.g., 0 to 1), and wrap the initialization of the
LLM and search tool in try-except blocks to handle potential errors gracefully,
logging or raising informative exceptions as needed.

Comment on lines +47 to +113
@start()
def research_topic(self) -> str:
"""
Phase 1: Research the given topic comprehensively

Returns:
str: Research results
"""
print(f"🔍 Starting research phase for topic: {self.topic}")

# Create Senior Research Analyst agent
senior_research_analyst = Agent(
role="Senior Research Analyst",
goal=f"Research, analyze, and synthesize comprehensive information on {self.topic} from reliable web sources",
backstory="You're an expert research analyst with advanced web research skills. "
"You excel at finding, analyzing, and synthesizing information from "
"across the internet using search tools. You're skilled at "
"distinguishing reliable sources from unreliable ones, "
"fact-checking, cross-referencing information, and "
"identifying key patterns and insights. You provide "
"well-organized research briefs with proper citations "
"and source verification. Your analysis includes both "
"raw data and interpreted insights, making complex "
"information accessible and actionable.",
allow_delegation=False,
verbose=True,
tools=[self.search_tool],
llm=self.llm
)

# Research Task
research_task = Task(
description=(f"""
1. Conduct comprehensive research on {self.topic} including:
- Recent developments and news
- Key industry trends and innovations
- Expert opinions and analyses
- Statistical data and market insights
2. Evaluate source credibility and fact-check all information
3. Organize findings into a structured research brief
4. Include all relevant citations and sources
"""),
expected_output="""A detailed research report containing:
- Executive summary of key findings
- Comprehensive analysis of current trends and developments
- List of verified facts and statistics
- All citations and links to original sources
- Clear categorization of main themes and patterns
Please format with clear sections and bullet points for easy reference.""",
agent=senior_research_analyst
)

# Create and execute research crew
research_crew = Crew(
agents=[senior_research_analyst],
tasks=[research_task],
verbose=True
)

research_results = research_crew.kickoff(inputs={"topic": self.topic})

# Store research results
self.research_results = str(research_results)

print("✅ Research phase completed")
return self.research_results

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🛠️ Refactor suggestion

Use state model consistently and add error handling.

The method should use the state model for consistency and include error handling for the crew execution.

 @start()
 def research_topic(self) -> str:
     """
     Phase 1: Research the given topic comprehensively
     
     Returns:
         str: Research results
     """
-    print(f"🔍 Starting research phase for topic: {self.topic}")
+    print(f"🔍 Starting research phase for topic: {self.state.topic}")
     
     # Create Senior Research Analyst agent
     senior_research_analyst = Agent(
         role="Senior Research Analyst",
-        goal=f"Research, analyze, and synthesize comprehensive information on {self.topic} from reliable web sources",
+        goal=f"Research, analyze, and synthesize comprehensive information on {self.state.topic} from reliable web sources",
         # ... rest of agent config ...
     )

     # Research Task
     research_task = Task(
         description=(f"""
-            1. Conduct comprehensive research on {self.topic} including:
+            1. Conduct comprehensive research on {self.state.topic} including:
             # ... rest of description ...
         """),
         # ... rest of task config ...
     )

     # Create and execute research crew
     research_crew = Crew(
         agents=[senior_research_analyst],
         tasks=[research_task],
         verbose=True
     )

-    research_results = research_crew.kickoff(inputs={"topic": self.topic})
+    try:
+        research_results = research_crew.kickoff(inputs={"topic": self.state.topic})
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"❌ Research phase failed: {e}")
+        raise
     
     # Store research results
-    self.research_results = str(research_results)
+    self.state.research_results = str(research_results)
     
     print("✅ Research phase completed")
-    return self.research_results
+    return self.state.research_results
🤖 Prompt for AI Agents
In ai_news_generator/main.py from lines 47 to 113, the research_topic method
currently does not use the state model and lacks error handling for the crew
execution. Refactor the method to update and use the state model consistently
for managing research results and status. Add try-except blocks around the
research_crew.kickoff call to catch and handle any exceptions, logging errors
appropriately and updating the state to reflect failure if needed.

Comment on lines +114 to +183
@listen(research_topic)
def write_content(self, research_results: str) -> str:
"""
Phase 2: Transform research into engaging blog content

Args:
research_results: Output from research_topic method

Returns:
str: Final blog content
"""
print("✍️ Starting content writing phase")

# Create Content Writer agent
content_writer = Agent(
role="Content Writer",
goal="Transform research findings into engaging blog posts while maintaining accuracy",
backstory="You're a skilled content writer specialized in creating "
"engaging, accessible content from technical research. "
"You work closely with the Senior Research Analyst and excel at maintaining the perfect "
"balance between informative and entertaining writing, "
"while ensuring all facts and citations from the research "
"are properly incorporated. You have a talent for making "
"complex topics approachable without oversimplifying them.",
allow_delegation=False,
verbose=True,
llm=self.llm
)

# Writing Task
writing_task = Task(
description=(f"""
Using the research brief provided, create an engaging blog post about {self.topic} that:
1. Transforms technical information into accessible content
2. Maintains all factual accuracy and citations from the research
3. Includes:
- Attention-grabbing introduction
- Well-structured body sections with clear headings
- Compelling conclusion
4. Preserves all source citations in [Source: URL] format
5. Includes a References section at the end
"""),
expected_output="""A polished blog post in markdown format that:
- Engages readers while maintaining accuracy
- Contains properly structured sections
- Includes inline citations hyperlinked to the original source url
- Presents information in an accessible yet informative way
- Follows proper markdown formatting, use H1 for the title and H3 for the sub-sections""",
agent=content_writer,
context=[research_results] if isinstance(research_results, str) else []
)

# Create and execute writing crew
writing_crew = Crew(
agents=[content_writer],
tasks=[writing_task],
verbose=True
)

final_content = writing_crew.kickoff(inputs={
"topic": self.topic,
"research_results": research_results
})

# Store final content
self.final_content = str(final_content)

print("✅ Content writing phase completed")
return self.final_content

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🛠️ Refactor suggestion

Improve state management and error handling in write_content.

Similar to research_topic, this method should use state consistently and handle errors.

 @listen(research_topic)
 def write_content(self, research_results: str) -> str:
     """
     Phase 2: Transform research into engaging blog content
     
     Args:
         research_results: Output from research_topic method
         
     Returns:
         str: Final blog content
     """
     print("✍️ Starting content writing phase")
     
     # Create Content Writer agent
     content_writer = Agent(
         role="Content Writer",
         goal="Transform research findings into engaging blog posts while maintaining accuracy",
         backstory="...",
         allow_delegation=False,
         verbose=True,
         llm=self.llm
     )

     # Writing Task
     writing_task = Task(
         description=(f"""
-            Using the research brief provided, create an engaging blog post about {self.topic} that:
+            Using the research brief provided, create an engaging blog post about {self.state.topic} that:
             # ... rest of description ...
         """),
         # ... rest of task config ...
     )

     # Create and execute writing crew
     writing_crew = Crew(
         agents=[content_writer],
         tasks=[writing_task],
         verbose=True
     )

-    final_content = writing_crew.kickoff(inputs={
-        "topic": self.topic,
-        "research_results": research_results
-    })
+    try:
+        final_content = writing_crew.kickoff(inputs={
+            "topic": self.state.topic,
+            "research_results": research_results
+        })
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"❌ Content writing phase failed: {e}")
+        raise
     
     # Store final content
-    self.final_content = str(final_content)
+    self.state.final_content = str(final_content)
     
     print("✅ Content writing phase completed")
-    return self.final_content
+    return self.state.final_content
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@listen(research_topic)
def write_content(self, research_results: str) -> str:
"""
Phase 2: Transform research into engaging blog content
Args:
research_results: Output from research_topic method
Returns:
str: Final blog content
"""
print("✍️ Starting content writing phase")
# Create Content Writer agent
content_writer = Agent(
role="Content Writer",
goal="Transform research findings into engaging blog posts while maintaining accuracy",
backstory="You're a skilled content writer specialized in creating "
"engaging, accessible content from technical research. "
"You work closely with the Senior Research Analyst and excel at maintaining the perfect "
"balance between informative and entertaining writing, "
"while ensuring all facts and citations from the research "
"are properly incorporated. You have a talent for making "
"complex topics approachable without oversimplifying them.",
allow_delegation=False,
verbose=True,
llm=self.llm
)
# Writing Task
writing_task = Task(
description=(f"""
Using the research brief provided, create an engaging blog post about {self.topic} that:
1. Transforms technical information into accessible content
2. Maintains all factual accuracy and citations from the research
3. Includes:
- Attention-grabbing introduction
- Well-structured body sections with clear headings
- Compelling conclusion
4. Preserves all source citations in [Source: URL] format
5. Includes a References section at the end
"""),
expected_output="""A polished blog post in markdown format that:
- Engages readers while maintaining accuracy
- Contains properly structured sections
- Includes inline citations hyperlinked to the original source url
- Presents information in an accessible yet informative way
- Follows proper markdown formatting, use H1 for the title and H3 for the sub-sections""",
agent=content_writer,
context=[research_results] if isinstance(research_results, str) else []
)
# Create and execute writing crew
writing_crew = Crew(
agents=[content_writer],
tasks=[writing_task],
verbose=True
)
final_content = writing_crew.kickoff(inputs={
"topic": self.topic,
"research_results": research_results
})
# Store final content
self.final_content = str(final_content)
print("✅ Content writing phase completed")
return self.final_content
@listen(research_topic)
def write_content(self, research_results: str) -> str:
"""
Phase 2: Transform research into engaging blog content
Args:
research_results: Output from research_topic method
Returns:
str: Final blog content
"""
print("✍️ Starting content writing phase")
# Create Content Writer agent
content_writer = Agent(
role="Content Writer",
goal="Transform research findings into engaging blog posts while maintaining accuracy",
backstory="You're a skilled content writer specialized in creating "
"engaging, accessible content from technical research. "
"You work closely with the Senior Research Analyst and excel at maintaining the perfect "
"balance between informative and entertaining writing, "
"while ensuring all facts and citations from the research "
"are properly incorporated. You have a talent for making "
"complex topics approachable without oversimplifying them.",
allow_delegation=False,
verbose=True,
llm=self.llm
)
# Writing Task
writing_task = Task(
description=(f"""
Using the research brief provided, create an engaging blog post about {self.state.topic} that:
1. Transforms technical information into accessible content
2. Maintains all factual accuracy and citations from the research
3. Includes:
- Attention-grabbing introduction
- Well-structured body sections with clear headings
- Compelling conclusion
4. Preserves all source citations in [Source: URL] format
5. Includes a References section at the end
"""),
expected_output="""A polished blog post in markdown format that:
- Engages readers while maintaining accuracy
- Contains properly structured sections
- Includes inline citations hyperlinked to the original source url
- Presents information in an accessible yet informative way
- Follows proper markdown formatting, use H1 for the title and H3 for the sub-sections""",
agent=content_writer,
context=[research_results] if isinstance(research_results, str) else []
)
# Create and execute writing crew
writing_crew = Crew(
agents=[content_writer],
tasks=[writing_task],
verbose=True
)
try:
final_content = writing_crew.kickoff(inputs={
"topic": self.state.topic,
"research_results": research_results
})
except Exception as e:
print(f"❌ Content writing phase failed: {e}")
raise
# Store final content
self.state.final_content = str(final_content)
print("✅ Content writing phase completed")
return self.state.final_content
🤖 Prompt for AI Agents
In ai_news_generator/main.py between lines 114 and 183, the write_content method
lacks consistent state management and error handling similar to research_topic.
Refactor the method to update the object's state appropriately during the
content writing phase, such as setting a state attribute before and after the
task execution. Add try-except blocks around the main logic to catch and handle
exceptions gracefully, logging errors and preventing crashes. Ensure the method
updates the state to reflect success or failure and returns or raises errors as
needed.

- Presents information in an accessible yet informative way
- Follows proper markdown formatting, use H1 for the title and H3 for the sub-sections""",
agent=content_writer,
context=[research_results] if isinstance(research_results, str) else []
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⚠️ Potential issue

Remove unnecessary type check.

The parameter research_results is already typed as str, making the isinstance check redundant.

-    context=[research_results] if isinstance(research_results, str) else []
+    context=[research_results]
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context=[research_results] if isinstance(research_results, str) else []
context=[research_results]
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In ai_news_generator/main.py at line 163, remove the isinstance check for
research_results since it is already typed as a string. Replace the conditional
expression with directly assigning context to a list containing
research_results.

Comment on lines +184 to +190
def get_final_content(self) -> str:
"""Get the final generated content"""
return self.final_content

def get_research_results(self) -> str:
"""Get the research results"""
return self.research_results
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion

Update getter methods to use state model.

For consistency, getter methods should return values from the state model.

 def get_final_content(self) -> str:
     """Get the final generated content"""
-    return self.final_content
+    return self.state.final_content

 def get_research_results(self) -> str:
     """Get the research results"""
-    return self.research_results
+    return self.state.research_results
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def get_final_content(self) -> str:
"""Get the final generated content"""
return self.final_content
def get_research_results(self) -> str:
"""Get the research results"""
return self.research_results
def get_final_content(self) -> str:
"""Get the final generated content"""
return self.state.final_content
def get_research_results(self) -> str:
"""Get the research results"""
return self.state.research_results
🤖 Prompt for AI Agents
In ai_news_generator/main.py around lines 184 to 190, the getter methods
get_final_content and get_research_results currently return values directly from
instance variables. Update these methods to return the corresponding values from
the state model instead, ensuring consistency by accessing
self.state.final_content and self.state.research_results respectively.

focusing on the flow structure and state management.
"""

import os
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⚠️ Potential issue

Remove unused import.

The os module is imported but never used.

-import os
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import os
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9-9: os imported but unused

Remove unused import: os

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🤖 Prompt for AI Agents
In ai_news_generator/test_flow.py at line 9, the os module is imported but not
used anywhere in the file. Remove the import statement for os to clean up the
code and avoid unnecessary imports.

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