Fork Open-Source Apps and Add Missing Features with a Coding Agent

Melvin Vivas · X post · 2026-08-27 · Open on X

Topics: AI Dev Tools & Productivity · Level: beginner

Summary

If an open-source app you use is missing a feature, fork it and have any coding agent add the feature. Then keep it as your own version.

Key points

• Look for open-source apps you can fork.
• Any coding agent can add the feature; which one doesn't really matter.
• Customize your fork for your own needs.

Try this

• Fork an open-source tool you use and add a missing feature with a coding agent.
• Add a feature you want to a fork of an open-source app, using a coding agent.