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Why Software Factories Fail: Harness Engineering Alone Is Not Enough

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A technical article published on GitHub argues that so-called 'software factories' — automated or agent-driven code production pipelines — frequently fall short of expectations. The author contends that harness engineering, while necessary, is insufficient on its own to make coding agents reliable and effective. The piece explores the broader context engineering challenges that must be addressed for AI-assisted software development to succeed. It was shared on Hacker News, where it attracted early discussion among developers interested in AI coding workflows.

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