How We Work: Source Code Management in Agentic Engineering

In this installment of the SageOx series "How We Work," the team reflects on the evolving strategies for source code management in agentic engineering, emphasizing the importance of adapting to rapid changes and parallel workflows. Ryan discusses the shift from larger pull requests (PRs) with numerous unrelated changes to smaller, more focused commits, which facilitate better understanding for coding agents. He also notes the challenges posed by large monorepos, suggesting a potential move towards breaking them into smaller, more manageable micro-repos, akin to the transition from monolithic services to microservices. This transition could enhance coding agents' ability to manage dependencies and PRs, although the team is still evaluating the balance between monorepos and micro-repos. The series promises further insights and invites feedback on topics of interest.