AI Tech Publishing
Mar 20, 2026 · Artificial Intelligence
Why Agent Harnesses and Coding Aren’t the Real Competitive Edge
The article argues that while AI agents can now generate code cheaply, the true competitive advantage lies in reducing cost and speed, and that elaborate harness engineering and coding optimizations offer little economic benefit compared to solid verification practices like testing, CI, and clear contracts.
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