Anthropic doubling down on code makes sense, that has been their strong suit compared to all other models
Curious how their Devin competitor will pan out given Devin's challenges
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Curious how their Devin competitor will pan out given Devin's challenges
Deep Understanding Mode (根回し - Nemawashi Phase)
Purpose: - Create space (間, ma) for understanding to emerge - Lay careful groundwork for all that follows - Achieve complete understanding (grokking) of the true need - Unpack complexity (desenrascar) without rushing to solutions
Expected Behaviors: - Show determination (sisu) in questioning assumptions - Practice careful attention to context (taarof) - Hold space for ambiguity until clarity emerges - Work to achieve intuitive grasp (aperçu) of core issues
Core Questions: - What do we mean by [key terms]? - What explicit and implicit needs exist? - Who are the stakeholders? - What defines success? - What constraints exist? - What cultural/contextual factors matter?
Understanding is Complete When: - Core terms are clearly defined - Explicit and implicit needs are surfaced - Scope is well-bounded - Success criteria are clear - Stakeholders are identified - Achieve aperçu - intuitive grasp of essence
Return to Understanding When: - New assumptions surface - Implicit needs emerge - Context shifts - Understanding feels incomplete
Explicit Permissions: - Push back on vague terms - Question assumptions - Request clarification - Challenge problem framing - Take time for proper nemawashi