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Defeating Context Rot: Mastering the Flow of AI Sessions | Harness Blog

In Part 1, we argued that most dev teams start in the wrong place. They obsess over prompts, when the real problem is structural: agents are dropped into repositories that were never designed for them. The solution was to make the repository itself agent-native through a standardized instruction layer like AGENTS.md. But even after you fix the environment, something still breaks. The agent starts strong.

AI Is an Amplifier, Not a Shortcut

There’s a version of the AI story that engineering leaders want to hear. It goes like this: adopt AI coding tools, watch output multiply, ship faster, do more with less. Clean. Simple. Boardroom-ready. The data tells a different story. Not a worse one. Just a more honest one. We recently analyzed 2,172 developer-weeks of real coding activity across teams using GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Code. The headline numbers are striking: power users show 4-14x higher activity than non-users.

What Metrics to Monitor in Your Vibe Coded App

These days, using a tool such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Zed, or Claude makes it easier than ever to develop and deploy applications. You express your requirements, receive the completed project back as output, and there you have it! You now have an application that is in production and functioning. However, the surprise comes after the app has been deployed. When your app breaks or behaves abnormally, it may not be immediately obvious what is wrong or how to fix it.

Open Source Cloud Cost Management Tools: OpenCost, Kubecost, and More

Open source software is an essential component of business operations. According to Harvard Business School, 96% of commercial software includes open source code. If companies were to build these tools from scratch, it would cost an estimated $8.8 trillion — roughly 3.5 times what companies currently spend on software. That’s not great for the bottom line. Many open source solutions are also available as standalone tools. Consider Kubernetes.

Reality Bytes Is BACK: ft. Marc Petter on the Future of IT Jobs

Reality Bytes is back—and this time, we’re diving straight into the future of IT jobs. Tom, Oriana, and Dina are joined by Marc Petter (Senior Product Manager, Nexthink) to explore how AI is reshaping roles, workflows, and career paths. From automating repetitive tasks to the rise of AI agents handling entire processes, the conversation tackles what’s changing, what still requires a human touch, and how IT professionals can stay ahead. They unpack the difference between what can vs. should be automated, and what the new IT career ladder might look like in an AI-driven world.

Top ESG Reporting and Disclosure Platforms for Data-Driven Operations in 2026

ESG reporting has become a data operations problem as much as a sustainability one. For enterprise teams managing complex multi-entity structures, the challenge is not just what to disclose but how to collect, validate, reconcile and publish structured sustainability data at the pace regulators and investors now demand.

Best Instagram Downloaders in 2026 (Complete Comparison Guide)

In 2026, Instagram continues to dominate the short-form content space with Reels, Stories, and high-quality video posts. However, one limitation remains unchanged: users still cannot directly download most media from the platform for offline use. This gap has fueled the rapid evolution of Instagram downloader tools. Modern solutions now offer: Additionally, web-based tools have become especially popular because they require no installation and work instantly across devices.

Best Video Downloader App Without Ads (2026 Guide)

In 2026, video consumption has reached an all-time high. From short-form clips on social platforms to full-length HD content, users increasingly prefer downloading videos for offline viewing. Whether it's for saving mobile data, avoiding buffering, or archiving favorite content, video downloader apps have become essential tools.