Free Lesson
Build Your First Coding Agent
30 min
Apr 13, 2026 2:00 PM
Virtual (Zoom)
In this video
What you'll learn
Transform a simple LLM into an autonomous software developer
Equip an LLM with the tools it needs to write code and create substantial software projects.
Craft your own personal coding agent
Create a customized coding agent that adapts to your ideal workflow and code style.
How coding agents work under the hood
Make the most of any coding agent by understanding its capabilities and limitations.
Why this topic matters
Many software developers use coding agents (e.g. Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Copilot) to write code and build software. However, these agents can go sideways, and may not follow the coding workflow and style that *you* prefer. Well, why not build your own coding agent? Let's explore what it takes to build an LLM-powered coding assistant - it's likely a lot easier than you think.
You'll learn from

Jay Wengrow
CEO of Actualize, Author of "A Common-Sense Guide to AI Engineering"
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