Mintlify introduced a coding agent for Slack as a more intuitive platform for managing documentation compared to traditional terminal interfaces. This decision stemmed from the recognition that writing documentation often feels like a burdensome task for developers, who prefer focusing on coding. By integrating the Mintlify Agent into Slack, developers can seamlessly update documentation alongside their usual communications, making the process feel less like a chore and more like a natural extension of their workflow. Unlike terminal-based agents, which can be complex and overwhelming, the Slack-based agent simplifies the task by allowing users to update documentation with straightforward commands. This integration aims to alleviate the mental load associated with switching between coding and documentation tasks, providing a more relaxed and efficient means of maintaining documentation. Mintlify's approach leverages large language models (LLMs) in a structured workflow, enabling minimal human intervention while still ensuring high-quality documentation updates.