The mythical AI-agent month
Summary
The article reviews the hype around AI coding agents through the lens of The Mythical Man-Month, arguing that adding AI-driven agents increases coordination burden and risk unless a strict human-in-the-loop and security-focused approach is maintained. It defines sensible use of AI for code, underscores the need for rigorous reviews and architecture-driven practices, and concludes that the so-called AI-agent month is a myth for now.