Coding Agents
Delegate implementation or maintenance tasks to an agent that can inspect and edit code.
Coding agents can inspect a project, edit files, and use development tools to carry out a task. Compare the environment in which they run and the permissions they receive, rather than judging them only by code completion. Test a complete task with requirements, existing tests, and a human review of the result. Local and cloud workflows may expose different tools and access controls. Consider how the agent reports unfinished work and hands changes back to a developer.
Compare by workflow
- Task execution
- Tool permissions
- Review workflow
- Environment
Shortlist by use case
| Tool | Consider it for |
|---|---|
| Amp | Coding agent for leading models |
| Augment Code | Agentic software development at organizational scale |
| Claude Code | Your code’s new collaborator |
| Cline | The open coding agent for your editor and terminal |
| Codex | Write, review and maintain code with an AI agent |
| Devin | Code with agents in local and cloud workflows |
| Factory Droid | Build faster with AI coding agents |
| Jules | Coding tasks you don't want to do |
| OpenHands | Turn coding agents into org-wide automation |
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How to choose
- Evaluate a complete task with tests and a human review.
- Check environment isolation and the actions the agent may perform.
Frequently asked questions
- How is a coding agent different from autocomplete?
- Autocomplete suggests code while you edit. A coding agent can carry out a broader task using repository context and tools. Scope and autonomy depend on the product and its permissions.
- What should remain in the review process?
- Inspect the diff, run relevant checks, and review the agent's findings and limitations. Keep human approval for changes and actions that require your team's judgment.
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