The Greenhouse and the Lens: Two Modes of Agentic AI Work
Summary
The Greenhouse and the Lens presents a dual-mode framework for agentic AI work: greenhouse mode focuses on exploration and MVP-like outputs without a strict plan, while lens mode targets a defined end result with targeted, high-focus development. The author argues both modes are legitimate tools for different tasks and emphasizes recognizing which mode is needed and shifting between them to avoid drift, with domain expertise acting as the guiding moat.