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Software Engineering Practices Evolving for the Agentic AI Era

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A new article by Simon Willison, published on February 23, 2026, examines how software engineering is changing in the era of agentic AI systems. The piece explores emerging patterns and practices relevant to developers building or working alongside autonomous AI agents. Willison, a well-known developer and technologist, outlines key engineering considerations specific to agentic workflows. The article was shared on Hacker News, where it attracted early attention from the developer community.

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