> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.kodus.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# GitLab PAT Token

## Introduction to the PAT

To enable Kody to perform automatic Code Reviews, you need to generate a Personal Access Token (PAT) in GitLab. This token allows Kody to securely access your repositories and conduct code analysis in a controlled way.

## Generating the PAT (Personal Access Token)

Follow these steps to set up the token correctly:

1. **Access GitLab and go to your profile settings**:

   * [Click here to access the profile settings page](https://gitlab.com/-/user_settings/personal_access_tokens).

2. **Navigate to `Access Tokens`**:

   * In the left sidebar, scroll to find `Access Tokens` and click on it.

3. **Add a new token**:

   * Click on the `Add new token` button.

4. **Set up the new token with the following specifications**:

   * **Token Name**: Choose an easily identifiable name, such as `kody_code_review`.
   * **Expiration Date**: If possible, select a long expiration date, preferably at least 180 days.
   * **Permissions**: Set the following permissions:
     * **api**: Read access.
     * **read\_api**: Read access.
     * **read\_user**: Read access.
     * **read\_repository**: Read access.
     * **write\_repository**: Read access.

5. **Finalize and save the token**:
   * After configuring the permissions, click `Generate token`.
   * Make sure to copy the generated token and store it securely, as you’ll need it to configure Kody.

## Adding the Token to Kody

After generating the token, paste it into the Kody automation setup screen. The configuration modal will open automatically when you attempt to enable the automation.