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May 2, 2026 · Backend Development

From a 30‑Minute DIY Agent to Harness as the New Backend – What Gaps Remain for an Agent‑Ready System?

The article examines a minimal 30‑minute Agent loop demo, then analyzes how Harness can serve as the backend by introducing a runtime capability registry, worker lifecycle management, diverse triggers, and unified tracing, outlining four concrete design actions to close the gaps for agent‑ready systems.