I was using sub-agents wrong... Here is my way after 20+ hrs test

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Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCYBVpSB0Wo

  • Introduction to Sub-Agents and Challenges ([00:00])

  • Sub-agent feature was introduced, leading to excitement but also negative experiences due to slow performance and high token consumption.

  • Initial misunderstandings about sub-agents not contributing to better results.

  • Understanding Cloud Code and Sub-Agent Concept ([01:30])

  • Explanation of how cloud code agents work with tools like file reading.

  • Introduction of sub-agent feature to optimize context handling and improve efficiency.

  • Task Distribution and Context Management ([03:00])

  • Sub-agents help by summarizing large data, reducing parent agent's context window usage.

  • Challenges with task delegation: sub-agents struggle with limited context when implementations are incorrect.

  • Best Practices for Using Sub-Agents ([05:00])

  • Sub-agents should focus on research and summarization, not direct implementation.

  • Feedback from experts suggests sub-agents work best for information retrieval and providing summaries.

  • Creating Specialized Sub-Agents ([06:30])

  • Proposal for service providers to create agents with specific knowledge about their documentation.

  • Set up expert sub-agents using specialized tools for effective context management.

  • Context Sharing and File System Utilization ([08:00])

  • Using the file system as a context management system to store and retrieve results effectively.

  • Example of saving results to local files to avoid large token consumption.

  • Setting Up and Implementing Sub-Agents ([10:00])

  • Step-by-step guide on setting up agents with specific tools and rules.

  • Importance of creating context files and updating them to maintain overall project understanding.

  • Practical Application and Testing ([12:30])

  • Demonstration of building a project using sub-agents for frontend and backend implementation.

  • Sub-agents helped in UI design and integration planning, followed by the parent agent executing tasks.

  • Conclusion and Resources ([15:00])

  • Success of new sub-agent structure in maintaining context and efficiently completing tasks.

  • Introduction to resources and communities for further learning and support in using AI agents.