Python app built with Codex CLI? Let’s review it.
Expert code review for Python apps built with Codex CLI. We find Codex CLI-specific bugs, fix Python security issues, and optimize performance. From $19.
Codex CLI issues we find in Python projects
Problems specific to Codex CLI's code generation patterns when building Python apps.
API keys and secrets written directly into generated source files
Codex CLI generates code with placeholder credentials that developers often replace with real values inline, leaving secrets committed to version control. There is no .env scaffolding or secret management setup by default.
No authentication or authorization on generated API endpoints
When Codex generates Express or FastAPI backends, routes are created without middleware for authentication, meaning every endpoint is publicly accessible immediately after deployment.
Single-file output breaks apart for any real project structure
Codex frequently outputs all logic into one or two files rather than organizing code into modules, services, and utilities — making the result hard to maintain and extend as the codebase grows.
Generated code lacks awareness of existing project context
Because Codex operates from a prompt without full codebase indexing, it generates code that duplicates existing utilities, ignores established conventions, and introduces conflicting patterns alongside your real code.
Python issues we check for
Common Python problems that affect production readiness.
Django debug mode in production
DEBUG=True left enabled in production, exposing stack traces, database queries, and configuration to attackers.
Missing CSRF protection
CSRF middleware disabled or bypassed for convenience, allowing cross-site request forgery attacks.
Insecure deserialization
Using pickle or yaml.load with untrusted data, enabling remote code execution.
Slow database queries
ORM queries that generate inefficient SQL, N+1 query patterns, and missing database indexes.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Codex CLI Python project at a fixed price.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
Frequently asked questions
Can you review Python code generated by Codex CLI?
Yes. We regularly audit Python projects built with Codex CLI and understand the specific patterns and issues it introduces. Our review covers security, performance, and deployment readiness.
What Python issues does Codex CLI typically create?
Common issues in Codex CLI-generated Python code include: api keys and secrets written directly into generated source files, no authentication or authorization on generated api endpoints, single-file output breaks apart for any real project structure. Combined with Python-specific concerns like django debug mode in production and missing csrf protection.
How do I make my Codex CLI Python project production-ready?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of issues. For Codex CLI-built Python projects, the typical path is: fix security gaps, address Python-specific performance issues, then configure deployment. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
How much does it cost to review Codex CLI-generated Python code?
Our code audit starts at $19 and covers security, performance, architecture, and deployment readiness. For fixes, our Fix & Ship plan is $199. Larger projects get a custom fixed quote — no hourly billing or surprises.
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