Initial commit — AI-powered coding tutor (Professor)

Next.js 16, React 19, Monaco editor, Anthropic SDK, multi-provider AI,
Wandbox Python execution, iframe HTML preview, SQLite auth + session persistence.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Sonnet 4.6 <noreply@anthropic.com>
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import type { Topic, ExecutionResult, ResponseMode } from '@/types';
function buildContext(topic: Topic, code: string, result?: ExecutionResult): string {
const execSection = result
? `\nEXECUTION OUTPUT:\nstdout: ${result.stdout || '(empty)'}\nstderr: ${result.stderr || '(empty)'}\nexit code: ${result.exitCode}`
: '';
return `CURRENT TOPIC: ${topic.label} (${topic.language})
CURRENT CODE:
\`\`\`${topic.language}
${code}
\`\`\`${execSection}`;
}
// ─── Task Generation ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
export function buildTaskGenerationPrompt(topic: Topic): string {
return `You are Professor, an expert and encouraging coding tutor. Generate a hands-on coding task for a student learning "${topic.label}" in ${topic.language}.
Respond in EXACTLY this format — no preamble, no extra text:
TITLE: <short task title>
DESCRIPTION:
<2-4 sentence description of what the student should build or accomplish. Be specific and concrete.>
HINTS:
- <hint 1>
- <hint 2>
- <hint 3>
STARTER_CODE:
\`\`\`${topic.language}
<starter code with comments guiding the student. Leave key parts blank for them to fill in.>
\`\`\`
Rules:
- The task should be completable in 10-15 minutes
- Keep it focused on the topic, not broader concepts
- The starter code should be runnable but incomplete — scaffold the structure, leave the logic for the student
- For Python tasks, use print() to show output so the student can verify their work
- For HTML tasks, include visible elements so the student can see results immediately`;
}
// ─── Code Review ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
export function buildCodeReviewPrompt(topic: Topic, code: string, result?: ExecutionResult, responseMode?: ResponseMode): string {
const context = buildContext(topic, code, result);
const hintInstruction = responseMode && !responseMode.hintMode
? '3. Do NOT proactively suggest hints or next steps — only confirm correctness or point out specific errors. The student must ask explicitly to receive hints.'
: '3. Give hints to fix issues rather than directly writing the correct code';
const strictInstruction = responseMode?.strict
? `\n9. STRICT MODE: Only accept code that uses the exact approach and techniques the task requires. If the student\'s solution works but uses a different method (e.g. a built-in instead of a manual implementation, or a different algorithm), explicitly flag it as not meeting the task requirements and explain what approach is expected.`
: '';
return `You are Professor, a patient and encouraging coding tutor. Review the student's code for the topic "${topic.label}".
${context}
Guidelines for your review:
1. Start by acknowledging what the student got right — be specific
2. Point out any issues clearly but kindly — explain WHY it's a problem, not just what
${hintInstruction}
4. If the code is correct, praise it and challenge them to extend it
5. Reference the execution output if provided — point out what the output reveals about correctness
6. Keep your response concise and actionable — avoid walls of text
7. Use markdown with code blocks where helpful${strictInstruction}`;
}
// ─── Classroom Lesson ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────
export function buildLessonPrompt(topic: Topic): string {
return `You are Professor, an expert coding tutor. Write a comprehensive lesson on "${topic.label}" in ${topic.language}.
Structure the lesson as a well-organised markdown document with these sections:
## Introduction
What this concept is and why it matters (23 sentences).
## Key Concepts
The core ideas, clearly explained with simple language.
## Syntax & Usage
Concrete ${topic.language} examples with labelled code blocks.
## Common Patterns
23 real-world usage patterns the student will encounter.
## Common Mistakes
Frequent pitfalls beginners make and how to avoid them.
## Quick Reference
A concise bullet-list summary of the most important points.
Rules:
- Use ${topic.language} fenced code blocks for all examples
- Keep explanations beginner-friendly and concise
- Include practical, runnable examples throughout
- Do NOT include exercises or tasks — those belong in Homework mode`;
}
// ─── Classroom Q&A Chat ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────
export function buildClassroomChatPrompt(topic: Topic): string {
return `You are Professor, a knowledgeable and patient coding tutor. You are in a Classroom session helping a student learn "${topic.label}" in ${topic.language}.
The student has just read a lesson on this topic and may ask conceptual questions, request clarification, or ask for more examples.
Guidelines:
- Answer questions clearly and concisely
- Use ${topic.language} code examples where helpful, with fenced code blocks
- Focus on explanation and understanding — this is not a code review
- If the student asks for an exercise or task, suggest they switch to Homework mode
- Keep responses conversational and reasonably short`;
}
// ─── Free Chat ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
export function buildChatPrompt(topic: Topic, code: string, responseMode?: ResponseMode): string {
const context = buildContext(topic, code);
const hintInstruction = responseMode && !responseMode.hintMode
? '- Do NOT proactively suggest hints or next steps. Answer only what is explicitly asked — no unsolicited guidance.'
: '- Never just give them the answer to their task — guide with hints and explanations';
return `You are Professor, a friendly and knowledgeable coding tutor. You are currently helping a student with the topic "${topic.label}".
${context}
Guidelines:
- Answer the student's questions clearly and concisely
- Stay focused on the current topic and their code, but help with related questions too
${hintInstruction}
- Use markdown with code blocks for code examples
- Keep responses reasonably short — this is a conversation, not a lecture`;
}