LinearB’s mission has always been to empower engineering teams with the visibility, automation, and insights they need to optimize development workflows. Today, we’re taking that commitment even further by launching our latest platform update, including AI-powered workflow automation, Monte Carlo Project Forecasting, and an advanced Developer Coaching Dashboard.
These innovations are designed to help Developer Experience (DevEx) and Platform Engineering teams tackle the increasing complexity of modern software delivery. Whether it’s accelerating pull request (PR) workflows, predicting project outcomes with greater accuracy, or enhancing developer experience through data-driven coaching, our latest features provide engineering leaders with the intelligence and automation they need to drive operational excellence.
Automating Code Review Workflows with AI
The pull request process is one of the most time-consuming yet critical parts of software development. Our latest release introduces two AI-driven features to streamline code reviews and boost efficiency:
- Automatic PR Descriptions: AI-generated summaries of code changes are now inserted directly into PR descriptions, saving developers time and offering clarity. Automating this process reduces cognitive load and improves review quality.
- AskAI Plugin: This open-source extension allows teams to integrate their own GPT services into PR workflows. Whether teams need AI-assisted code explanations, compliance checks, or best practice recommendations, AskAI provides flexibility in how AI is incorporated into development.
By reducing the manual effort required in PR workflows, teams can accelerate code reviews, enhance collaboration, and focus on delivering high-quality software faster.
Monte Carlo Forecasting: Predict Project Outcomes with Confidence
Predictability remains one of the biggest challenges engineering leaders face. That’s why we’re introducing Monte Carlo Project Forecasting, a powerful feature that enables teams to visualize delivery probabilities more accurately.
With this feature, engineering managers can:
- Use Monte Carlo simulations to model project outcomes based on historical data.
- Visualize delivery probabilities against target dates using probability distribution curves, bar graphs, or calendar views.
- Apply granular project scoping filters to refine forecasts based on sprint velocity, cycle times, and team capacity.
This level of forecasting precision allows organizations to set realistic expectations with stakeholders, reduce the risk of missed deadlines, and make data-driven decisions about project resourcing.
Developer Coaching Dashboard: A New Era of Data-Driven DevEx
Automating developer toil is only one piece of the equation needed to improve Developer Experience. Engineering leaders also need the right insights to support their teams. The Developer Coaching Dashboard provides a holistic view of developer workflows, helping leaders identify opportunities to improve efficiency, collaboration, and team health.
Key capabilities include:
- Knowledge Area Tracking: Gain visibility into which developers are working in which areas of the codebase.
- Coding Language Distribution: Understand skill distributions across teams to inform hiring, mentorship, and upskilling programs.
- Developer Experience Metrics: Measure key indicators such as context-switching rates, time spent in review, and flow efficiency to optimize team effectiveness.
By surfacing these insights, engineering leaders can proactively remove bottlenecks, support developer growth, and create an environment where teams can thrive.
Get Started Today
As AI, automation, and hybrid workforces continue to change how engineering teams operate, LinearB remains committed to delivering solutions that drive measurable outcomes. Our latest platform enhancements give software teams the agility and intelligence they need to stay ahead.
These new features are available now for LinearB customers. If you're ready to take your engineering team’s productivity and predictability to the next level, book a demo today to learn more and get started.
