PROBLEM
How to Separate Agent Harness from Code Repository?
As agent systems grow with memory, specs, hooks, extensions, and context management tools, the agent infrastructure becomes as complex as the application code itself. Keeping both in the same repo creates overhead and mixing of concerns.
Updated: 5/15/2026
This is an emerging architectural challenge in the agent ecosystem. Potential approaches include: (1) Separate repositories for agent harness infrastructure vs application code with clear interfaces, (2) Monorepo with strict directory separation and dependency boundaries, (3) Agent harness as a shared service/platform separate from application repos, (4) Template-based approach where harness is scaffolded separately for each project. The ideal pattern is still evolving as the field matures.
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