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Best practices for coding with agents · Cursor

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A comprehensive guide to working with coding agents, from starting with plans to managing context, customizing workflows, and reviewing code.

Blog / product Coding agents are changing how software gets built. Models can now run for hours, complete ambitious multi-file refactors, and iterate until tests pass. But getting the most out of agents requires understanding how they work and developing new patterns. This guide covers techniques for working with Cursor's agent. Whether you're new to agentic coding or looking to learn how our team uses Cursor, we'll cover the best practices for coding with agents. # Understanding agent harnesses An agent harness is built on three components: Instructions : The system prompt and rules that guid

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