agentic-patterns

Provide reusable reasoning patterns for designing and debugging LLM agents.

2|Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/slabgorb/sidequest --skill agentic-patterns-slabgorb
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agentic-patterns
Source: https://github.com/slabgorb/sidequest/tree/main/.pennyfarthing/skills/pf-agentic-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/slabgorb/sidequest --skill agentic-patterns-slabgorb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Helps developers design and debug robust AI agent behavior by codifying core reasoning patterns like ReAct, Plan-and-Execute, Self-Reflection, and confidence calibration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • ReAct for reasoning and acting with tool use.
  • Plan-and-Execute to decompose complex goals into steps.
  • Self-Reflection to critique and refine outputs before presenting.
  • Multi-Agent Coordination and Context Management for seamless workflow across agents.

Quick Start

Apply ReAct, Plan-and-Execute, and Self-Reflection patterns to a small debugging task and observe guided improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions about agentic-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What are the core reasoning patterns for designing robust LLM agents?

Core reasoning patterns for LLM agents include ReAct for tool use, Plan-and-Execute for goal decomposition, Self-Reflection for output refinement, and confidence calibration for safe interaction.

How do I debug multi-agent coordination failures and manage context?

Debug multi-agent coordination failures by applying reusable reasoning patterns that provide context management and error recovery, ensuring seamless workflow across multiple agents.

How does the Plan-and-Execute pattern help decompose complex goals?

The Plan-and-Execute pattern decomposes complex goals into manageable steps, allowing agents to systematically execute tasks and recover from errors during the workflow.

When should I use Self-Reflection in an AI agent workflow?

Use Self-Reflection in AI agent workflows to critique and refine outputs before presenting them, ensuring higher quality results and improved confidence calibration.

Can I use these reasoning patterns for React development and debugging tasks?

Yes, you can apply reasoning patterns like ReAct to React development and debugging tasks to observe guided improvements in agent behavior and error recovery.