We're All Addicted To Claude Code

The podcast explores the evolving landscape of coding agents, particularly Claude Code and Codex, and their impact on software development. The discussion centers on how these AI tools are changing developer workflows, with CLIs surprisingly outperforming IDEs due to their flexibility and bottom-up distribution. Context management emerges as a critical factor for effective coding agent use; managing token limits and employing techniques like "canaries" are discussed. The conversation also touches on the shift towards "manager mode" for developers, where orchestrating AI agents and focusing on high-level architecture become paramount. Ultimately, the podcast considers how coding agents may lead to smaller, more agile companies and a future where personalized software and AI-driven automation are commonplace.