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What it is

Cody ignore configuration lists files and paths that Sourcegraph Cody should not use as context for chat or completions.

Why use it

Excluding secrets and sensitive paths keeps them out of Cody’s context. Check your Cody version for the exact ignore mechanism, as it has evolved over time.

How to set it up

Configure Cody’s context filters or ignore file as documented for your version, listing the paths to exclude.

Example .cody/ignore
.env
*.pem
*.key
secrets/

What to exclude

Common sensitive categories worth adding to .cody/ignore:

FAQ

Has Cody’s ignore mechanism changed?
Yes, it has evolved across versions. Consult the current Sourcegraph Cody docs for the exact configuration your version supports.

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