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Implement Regenerate Button for Error Handling and Chat Flow Continuity #782

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@RostyslavManko

Description:

We need to enhance the user experience by implementing a "Regenerate" button that appears when an error is received from the endpoint. This button should be displayed in place of the chat input to allow users to retry their request without disrupting the conversation flow. It is crucial that the "Regenerate" button does not break the flow of the chat. To achieve this, we should consider using a global constant to track and manage multiple chat sessions, enabling the "Regenerate" button to be displayed across various chats if an error occurs during an API call for PentestGPT.

Objective:

Our goal is to improve the resilience and usability of the chat interface by providing a seamless way for users to handle errors and continue their interactions without interruption.

Actions and Considerations (ACC):

  • Design and Implement Error Handling with Regenerate Button:

    • Develop a mechanism to detect errors from the endpoint and trigger the display of a "Regenerate" button.
    • Ensure the chat input is hidden when the "Regenerate" button is displayed, maintaining a clean and intuitive interface.
    • Implement functionality to allow users to retry their request by clicking the "Regenerate" button, ensuring the chat flow is not disrupted.
  • Utilize Global Constants for Chat Management:

    • Design a system using global constants to save and manage multiple chat sessions, allowing the "Regenerate" button to be shown in any chat where an error occurs.
    • Ensure that the solution is scalable and can handle multiple simultaneous chat sessions effectively.
  • Testing and Quality Assurance:

    • Conduct thorough testing to ensure that the "Regenerate" button works as expected and does not interfere with the normal chat flow.
    • Test various scenarios, including potential edge cases, to guarantee a robust and reliable solution.
    • Verify that the changes work correctly across different environments and platforms.

Expected Outcomes:

  • A user-friendly mechanism for handling errors in the chat interface, with the "Regenerate" button providing a seamless retry option.
  • Enhanced user experience and satisfaction, as users can continue their interactions without interruption.
  • Improved reliability and resilience of the chat system, ensuring optimal performance even when errors occur.
  • Adherence to best practices for error handling and user interface design, ensuring a secure and intuitive user experience.

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