A Skeptical Developer's Transformation through the Stdlib Approach and AI Agents

The content discusses Ihor Katkov's transformation in how he perceives the integration of AI agents into programming workflows, specifically through the stdlib approach. Initially skeptical, Katkov found value in using agents like Cursor AI to implement a circuit-breaking library named brama. He outlines three key steps in the stdlib approach: writing down comprehensive rules, providing detailed specifications, and allowing the agent to iterate and learn from its outputs. Through hands-on experimentation, he highlights successes and challenges he faced, emphasizing the need for clarity and structure when delegating tasks to AI agents. The article ends with Katkov's predictions about the future of software engineering, stressing the need for engineers to adapt and refine their skills in light of rapidly changing technology.