Codex users debate the new Pet feature

What the heck is “Pet,” and why is OpenAI turning Codex into Windows by introducing junk features likey clippy with zero practical value?

Why are highly paid engineers being asked to spend time on features like this when Codex still has so many serious problems? OpenAI should focus its resources on improving performance, preventing intermittent crashes, and fixing the freezing that occurs when users start typing. I have noticed significant performance problems since the latest update.

What problem is Pet supposed to solve? It appears to do absolutely nothing useful. Honestly, it feels as though Codex is being managed by someone with MBA who prioritizes engagement gimmicks but has no understanding of how developers actually use the product.

Please focus on stability, performance, and the core developer experience before introducing pointless features like this.

I personally like the pet feature and feel like it adds some creativity to my day and is actually useful. It’s a nice way to keep track of active and recent status updates on tasks while I am working on something else. It’s okay to have a little fun while you work.

Meet Patch:

Patch is a little rascal, but at least he will dig up files for you… Be nice to Patch…

I guess I was wrong. It looks like this feature has a lot of fans, and many people are speaking highly of it. So I guess it’s just not for me.

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