Questions
Common questions.
What is Agentic Coding?
Agentic coding is software development where an AI agent plans and carries out multi-step coding work: running tools, editing files, and testing its changes.
Why does Agentic Coding matter for AI agents?
It differs from autocomplete, which suggests the next line. An agentic coder pursues a goal across many steps, so the work is checked at the level of behaviour rather than keystrokes.
Which terms are related to Agentic Coding?
Closely related concepts include Spec-Driven Development, Indirect Prompt Injection, System Prompt, Agent Owner. Each is defined in the Prefactor glossary.
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