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A coding agent is six functions in a trenchcoat

A developer argues that a coding agent is essentially six functions in a trenchcoat, breaking down the complexity of AI-powered coding assistants into core functional components. The post explores how these functions combine to automate software development tasks, offering a practical perspective on building and understanding coding agents.

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https://tidydesign.substack.com/p/a-coding-agent-is-six-functions-in Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48605445

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