Thesis Work - Empirical study on augmenting gerrit with AI/ML in the review loop

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Welcome to explore the world of Volvo Cars by writing your thesis with us! As a thesis worker in our organization you are supported by a supervisor who follows you during your project. All thesis projects are arranged in business critical areas and therefore you will be able to contribute to our company purpose – providing freedom to move in a safe, sustainable and personal way – from day one!

Background
Code review is an essential part of software development. However, traditional manual inspection methods can be time-consuming and prone to errors. With advancements in AI/ML, it's now possible to augment human reviews with intelligent insights. This thesis explores how recent developments in these fields can revolutionize the code review process by proposing a novel Gerrit plugin that leverages ML models to analyze code submissions and provide feedback to the users.

Scope
A successful thesis will present a design, implementation, and evaluation of an Gerrit plugin that leverages AI/ML models to enhance code review efficiency. The focus is on developing a solution that complements human expertise with intelligent insights, thereby improving the overall quality of software development.
The scope of this research includes the design and implementation of the AI/ML-driven Gerrit plugin, its evaluation through real-world testing, and an analysis of its potential impact on code quality and developer productivity. The findings will contribute to a better understanding of how AI/ML can augment traditional code review methods in software engineering practices.
Optionally we want to fine-tune the review model with data from our reviewing system to augment its performance and capabilities and evaluate the performance of the fine-tuned model.

Do you fit the profile?
A successful candidate has:
•    Strong background in Software Engineering and/or Computer Science
•    Experience with Java and Python
•    Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and technologies (e.g. pytorch)
It is meritorious to have:
•    Experience with Gerrit code review tool (or similar)

Duration
•    The work will start in 2025 (exact date up to the students)
•    The duration for this thesis work is 20 weeks.
•    30 ECTS (academic credits) if in agreement with your Thesis Advisor in University
•    This thesis is to be conducted by 2 Students working in pair. 

How to learn more and apply
Selection will be ongoing during the application period, so do not hesitate to send in your application. Attach your CV and personal letter stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials.

 Apply as soon as possible but no later than 2024-Nov-31
 Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.
If you have any additional questions regarding the thesis work, you are welcome to contact:
Supervisor, Nikolaos Korkakakis at nikolaos.korkakakis@volvocars.com

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Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow
 

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