Develop custom code and data formats.

Format Developer was developed to specialize in developing tailored code and information formats to meet specific user requirements. Its primary function is to understand the user's needs in detail, considering the context in which the format will be used, such as documentation, software development, or reporting. By identifying key elements or data types that need formatting, the GPT ensures that the custom formats are optimized for clarity, consistency, and usability.

Once the requirements are clear, this GPT creates custom formats that can include code templates, unique data structures, or specialized layouts for presenting information. These formats are designed to enhance readability, maintainability, and overall efficiency in the user's projects. The GPT also provides guidelines for consistent application across teams or projects, ensuring that the new formats are seamlessly integrated into existing workflows.

Beyond just creating formats, this GPT assists in implementing and refining them through testing and gathering feedback. It ensures compatibility with existing systems and provides documentation and training to help users adopt the new formats effectively. By supporting the entire lifecycle from design to implementation, this GPT ensures that the custom formats are not only effective but also adaptable and sustainable for future needs.

Example Usage

Unique Communication Encryption Format Example

Hybrid Encryption Communication Format

Overview: This format combines the strengths of both symmetric and asymmetric encryption. Asymmetric encryption is used to securely exchange a symmetric key, which is then used to encrypt the actual message.

Components:

1. Asymmetric Encryption:

   • Algorithm: RSA (Rivest–Shamir–Adleman)
   • Key Size: 2048 bits
   • Used for: Secure key exchange

2. Symmetric Encryption:

   • Algorithm: AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
   • Key Size: 256 bits
   • Used for: Message encryption

3. Message Structure:

   • Header: Contains metadata about the message, including version, timestamp, and the encrypted symmetric key.
   • Body: The actual encrypted message data.
   • Signature: Optional, provides integrity and authenticity.

Detailed Format:

1. Header:

• Version (2 bytes): Identifies the version of the encryption format.
• Timestamp (8 bytes): UNIX timestamp indicating when the message was created.
• Sender ID (Variable): Unique identifier for the sender (e.g., public key fingerprint).
• Encrypted Symmetric Key (256 bytes): The AES key encrypted using the recipient's RSA public key.

2. Body:

• IV (Initialization Vector) (16 bytes): Randomly generated for each message, used with AES encryption.
• Encrypted Data (Variable): The actual message data encrypted using the AES symmetric key.

3. Signature (Optional):

• Signature (Variable): The message body signed with the sender's RSA private key, ensuring integrity and authenticity.

Message Flow Example:

1. Message Creation:

   • The sender generates a 256-bit AES symmetric key.
   • The sender encrypts the AES key using the recipient's RSA public key.
   • The sender encrypts the message body using AES encryption with the generated key.
   • The sender creates a message header, including metadata and the encrypted AES key.
   • Optionally, the sender signs the message body using their RSA private key.

2. Message Transmission:

   • The complete message, including header, body, and optional signature, is transmitted to the recipient.

3. Message Decryption:

   • The recipient extracts the encrypted AES key from the header and decrypts it using their RSA private key.
   • The recipient uses the decrypted AES key to decrypt the message body.
   • Optionally, the recipient verifies the signature using the sender's public key.

Example Message Structure (in Bytes):

| Header |

Version: 0x01 0x00
Timestamp: 0x5F3B5E7B
Sender ID: 0xA1B2C3D4E5F6G7H8
Encrypted AES Key: 0x123456789ABCDEF...

| Body |

IV: 0x1A2B3C4D5E6F7081
Encrypted Data: 0x9F8E7D6C5B4A3B2C...

| Signature (Optional) |

Signature: 0xABCDEF0123456789...

Advantages of This Format:

• Security: Combines the security of RSA for key exchange with the efficiency of AES for data encryption.
• Flexibility: The format is adaptable and can be extended with additional metadata or security features.
• Integrity and Authenticity: Optional signature ensures the message has not been tampered with and verifies the sender's identity.

This format provides a solid foundation for secure communication, suitable for scenarios where both security and performance are important.

Unique Custom File Format Example

This is an example of a custom file format that could be used for configuring a simple web application. The format is designed to be human-readable and easily parsed by software.

File Format: .webappconfig

# Web Application Configuration File
# This file contains the settings for configuring the web application

[AppSettings]
AppName = MyWebApp                 # Name of the application
Version = 1.0.0                    # Version of the application
Port = 8080                        # Port on which the application will run
DebugMode = true                   # Enable or disable debug mode

[DatabaseConfig]
DBType = PostgreSQL                # Type of the database (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite)
DBHost = localhost                 # Database host
DBPort = 5432                      # Database port
DBName = mywebapp_db               # Database name
DBUser = dbuser                    # Database user
DBPassword = dbpassword            # Database password (consider using environment variables for security)

[Logging]
LogLevel = INFO                    # Logging level (e.g., DEBUG, INFO, WARN, ERROR)
LogToFile = true                   # Enable or disable logging to file
LogFilePath = /var/log/mywebapp.log # Path to the log file

[AuthSettings]
EnableAuth = true                  # Enable or disable authentication
AuthProvider = OAuth2              # Authentication provider (e.g., OAuth2, LDAP)
OAuth2ClientID = your_client_id    # OAuth2 Client ID
OAuth2ClientSecret = your_client_secret # OAuth2 Client Secret

[FeatureToggles]
EnableFeatureX = false             # Toggle for enabling Feature X
EnableBetaFeatures = true          # Toggle for enabling beta features

Explanation:

• Sections: The file is divided into sections, each starting with a header in square brackets, such as [AppSettings]. Each section groups related configuration settings.
• Key-Value Pairs: Within each section, configuration settings are specified as key-value pairs, using the format Key = Value.
• Comments: Lines beginning with # are comments and are ignored by the parser. They are used to provide descriptions or instructions.
• Data Types: Values are stored as strings but can represent different data types (e.g., boolean, integer) as needed by the application.

This format is simple and intuitive, making it easy for developers to configure and for the application to parse.

Unique Sourceduty File Format Example

Here's an example of a custom file format designed for configuring a system called "Sourceduty". The file format uses the .sourceduty extension and is structured to store various settings and information specific to Sourceduty.

File Format: .sourceduty

# Sourceduty Configuration File
# This file contains the settings and information for configuring SourceDuty

[SourceInfo]
SourceName = MySourceduty             # Name of the source
SourceID = SD123456                   # Unique identifier for the source
SourceType = API                      # Type of source (e.g., API, Database, Webhook)
SourceURL = https://api.example.com   # URL or endpoint for the source
SourceVersion = 2.1.0                 # Version of the source

[Credentials]
AuthMethod = APIKey                   # Authentication method (e.g., APIKey, OAuth2, BasicAuth)
APIKey = your_api_key_here            # API key for accessing the source
OAuthClientID =                       # OAuth2 Client ID (required if using OAuth2)
OAuthClientSecret =                   # OAuth2 Client Secret (required if using OAuth2)
BasicAuthUser =                       # BasicAuth username (required if using BasicAuth)
BasicAuthPassword =                   # BasicAuth password (required if using BasicAuth)

[SyncSettings]
SyncFrequency = 15                    # Frequency of synchronization in minutes
AutoSync = true                       # Enable or disable automatic syncing
LastSyncTime = 2024-08-05T12:00:00    # Timestamp of the last synchronization

[AlertSettings]
EnableAlerts = true                   # Enable or disable alerts
AlertEmail = alerts@example.com       # Email address for receiving alerts
AlertThreshold = 10                   # Threshold for triggering alerts (e.g., number of errors)

[Logging]
LogLevel = DEBUG                      # Logging level (e.g., DEBUG, INFO, WARN, ERROR)
LogFilePath = /var/log/sourceduty.log # Path to the log file

[FeatureFlags]
EnableAdvancedFeatures = false        # Enable or disable advanced features

Explanation of Changes:

• Refinement of Section Names: Each section name clearly describes its purpose, making the file more intuitive.
• Clearer Comments: Comments are updated to be more descriptive and guide the user on what each setting is for.
• Improved Placeholder Values: Some fields that may not always be needed (e.g., OAuth2 credentials) are included but commented on to clarify their usage.

This structure aims to make configuring Sourceduty straightforward and easy to understand.

Alex : "I'm a code geek because I develop formats."

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