codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Codex app: support local repo-scoped AGENTS instructions for app-created worktrees [1 participants]

TL;DR

Implement a feature to load local, private instructions from a file like AGENTS.local.md or an app-managed setting, alongside the committed AGENTS.md, when creating a new worktree.

Guidance

• Consider introducing a new configuration option or file format to store private instructions, ensuring they are not committed to the repository.
• Investigate how to automatically load these private instructions when creating a new worktree, potentially using existing Codex app hooks or callbacks.
• Evaluate the security implications of storing private instructions locally and ensure they are properly encrypted or access-controlled.
• Research existing solutions or libraries that manage local, private configuration files to avoid reinventing the wheel.

Example

No code example is provided due to the lack of specific technical details in the issue.

Notes

The implementation details will depend on the specific requirements and constraints of the Codex app and its underlying technology stack. Careful consideration of security and privacy implications is necessary when handling private instructions.

Recommendation

Apply a workaround by introducing a new configuration option or file format to store private instructions, as this approach allows for a more flexible and secure solution.