In my software factory series, raising expectations leads to a question: how much human attention does a useful result take? Explaining, steering, reviewing, correcting, and verifying all count.
I have always encouraged modular architecture. Clear ownership and explicit contracts make changes easier to understand, implementations easier to replace, and independent work easier to do in parallel. Focused modules also support focused tests and reuse of unchanged build artifacts, shortening the feedback loop.
In my software factory series, I want to make higher expectations concrete. If coding agents can multiply what we achieve, then at least doubling our output is a bar worth discussing seriously.
In my software factory series, I turn observations about where my attention goes into tools. My approach is straightforward: define the inputs and expected result, let an agent build a useful version, and improve it through real work. I'm comfortable keeping the implementation rough and vibe coded in a controlled environment.
Many developers are still uncertain about coding agents. The “engineers are cooked” refrain does little to help. Fast demos are exciting, but they leave an important question open: how do you use these tools to build production software well and still enjoy your craft?
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