agent harness
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An orchestration layer that structures how an agent uses tools, prompts, and actions during tasks.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 1 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by research-stage coverage, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 24%. Low accumulated evidence, so it defaults conservatively pending more signal.
Evidence (1)
- 5Hacker News·6/9/2026researchIs Grep All You Need? Agent Harnesses for Agentic Search
This paper examines how agent harnesses can reshape agentic search, focusing on whether simple tools like grep can be sufficient for effective retrieval and exploration workflows. It contributes to ongoing research on agent-based search methods and the role of orchestration around tools rather than heavier model changes.