From autocomplete to autonomous agents — understand the maturity spectrum and find your next level.
AI-assisted development uses AI as a smart tool you control. Agentic development gives AI agents autonomy to plan, build, and test — with you as the architect. It\u2019s the difference between using a power tool and directing a skilled team.
Five levels of AI integration in software development, from zero to autonomous.
Developer writes all code, uses Stack Overflow and docs for reference.
Developer uses AI for autocomplete, code generation snippets, and Q&A. Human drives every decision.
Developer provides detailed context and specifications. AI generates larger blocks of code with guidance.
AI agents autonomously plan, implement, test, and iterate. Developer acts as architect and reviewer.
AI systems that can design, build, test, and deploy software with minimal human oversight. Emerging capability.
Quick self-assessment:
Create AGENTS.md, README, and structured docs so AI agents understand your project deeply.
Agents need fast feedback. Set up unit tests and CI so agents can validate their own work.
Start with Claude Code or Aider on a real task. Let the agent plan, not just generate snippets.
Move from "coding with AI help" to "architecting with AI agents". Review, don’t rewrite.
Accelerate your transition with our structured learning paths and free development tools.
Move from AI-assisted to agentic development. Ship production software 10× faster with AI agents.