agent-swarm
A multi-agent workflow orchestration and execution system based on Claude Code
Install & Use
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agent-swarm is an intelligent agent workflow orchestration and execution system designed for Claude Code. It addresses the challenge of coordinating multiple AI agents with specialized expertise to collaborate on complex development tasks while ensuring process control.
The system employs a central MCP router to manage all tool calls uniformly and enforces tool usage restrictions based on phases. It allows you to define workflows containing multiple phases, where each phase can specify permitted tools, eligible agent roles, and transition logic between phases.
It is particularly suitable for developers, project managers, and technical teams who need to simulate full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes, conduct Test-Driven Development (TDD) cycles, or run autonomous research experiments. It is especially effective for scenarios requiring the decomposition of large tasks into parallel subtasks coordinated by multiple AI sub-agents.
Usage Recommendation: Before starting, ensure Python 3.11+, git, and the gh CLI (if PR functionality is needed) are installed. It is recommended to begin with one of the four predefined workflows (e.g., TDD cycle, full SDLC simulation) to familiarize yourself with its orchestration logic, then adjust the configuration files based on project needs. Note that it uses phase checkpoints to ensure process quality, requiring an understanding of the 'gatekeeper' role in each phase.
Key Features
Unlike single-function AI coding assistants, the core of agent-swarm lies in its 'multi-agent orchestration' and 'phase checkpoint' mechanisms. Through a role-based permission model and central routing, it enables multiple specialized AI agents (e.g., architect, implementer, reviewer) to collaborate within a controlled process. It can enforce engineering practices such as TDD and code review, going beyond mere code generation.
Limitations
Not suitable for simple code snippet generation or one-off script writing tasks that require fast, free, and process-unconstrained execution.
FAQ
What is the difference between agent-swarm and a regular Claude Code plugin?
It is not a single-tool plugin but a workflow orchestration framework that coordinates multiple AI agents to complete tasks according to predefined processes (e.g., design, coding, testing, review).
Does using agent-swarm require programming knowledge?
Yes. Users need to understand the workflow, phase, and role definitions in its YAML configuration and be able to adjust them based on project requirements. It is suitable for users with software development experience.
Installation guide for AI assistants
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