Cognition has announced that it is utilizing GPT-6 Astra in operational testing for its autonomous software engineer, "Devin." By employing GPT-6 Astra, Devin is capable of conducting tests that demonstrate software functions correctly, aiming to improve the efficiency of engineers' code review workflows.
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Cognition leverages GPT-6 Astra for Devin's operational testing
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In addition to Devin, Cognition is applying Astra to improvements for CLI (Command Line Interface) and desktop products. As an example, a case was presented where Devin used Astra to test the iPhone game "Otter Run," returning simulation operation logs along with a report summarizing test success/failure and untested areas. Engineers can use these outputs to verify software behavior and identify areas requiring fixes.
Furthermore, the use of Astra is contributing to faster customer support. When a customer sends a screenshot of a bug, it is possible to have Devin process it via Astra to fix the issue and return a screenshot of the result. Cognition believes that having Devin itself perform tests and provide evidence of the results will realize a more efficient review process.
Sources
- Cognition helps Devin test its own work with GPT‑6 Astra （OpenAI News, 2026-09-11）