The Short Version
Neupilot is a learning assistant, not a human expert. It is designed to help you understand coding concepts, not to write complex production software for you. It can be wrong, it can make things up, and it doesn't "know" the world like you do.
What Neupilot Is
Neupilot is a "Micro-Coach" built into NeuCode. It uses large language models (Models) from providers like Google and OpenRouter to provide real-time assistance, code explanations, and bug-fixing tips.
Key Limitations
1. Accuracy & Hallucinations
AIs can sometimes state incorrect information with total confidence. In the coding world, this might mean suggesting a library that doesn't exist or using an outdated version of a programming language. **Always test the code provided by Neupilot.**
2. Knowledge Cutoff
By default, Neupilot's "brain" is trained on data up to a certain date. It may not know about libraries or frameworks released last week. Using Smart Mode helps bridge this gap by using models with broader, more recent knowledge.
3. Privacy Boundaries
Neupilot cannot see your private files, account passwords, or sensitive data unless you explicitly paste them into the chat. It does not have access to your computer's file system or external accounts.
Smart Mode vs. Standard
| Feature | Standard Mode | Smart Mode (Web) |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Very Fast (~1s) | Moderate (~5-10s) |
| Reasoning | Basic Explanations | Deep Reasoning |
| Temporal Awareness | ||
| Real-world Knowledge | Pre-trained fixed data | Live Context |
Best Practices
- Be Specific: The more context you give, the better the answer.
- One Idea at a Time: Neupilot is optimized for short, focused turns.
- Verify: Use Neupilot to learn how something works, then implement it yourself.
Privacy & Data
Your chats are sent to external AI providers (Google/OpenRouter) to generate responses. These providers have their own data retention policies, but NeuCode does not sell your chat data or use it for advertising.
Questions?
If you're unsure about an answer Neupilot gave you, or have questions about how we use AI, please reach out to us at help.neu@proton.me.