guided-implementation

AI pair programming involves the developer writing code while the agent acts as a navigator, managing project planning, architectural consistency, and code review. This guided approach ensures incremental progress and high-quality output during complex feature implementation.

Vertical slicing is an implementation technique that breaks down large user stories into small, verifiable, end-to-end implementation steps. You need it when navigating complex project phases to ensure incremental progress and architectural consistency throughout the codebase.

To implement user stories while maintaining consistency, use a navigator-led approach where the agent analyzes existing patterns, naming conventions, and architectural styles. This provides context-aware guidance and performs rigorous code reviews after every implementation step.

Yes, you can use guided implementation for developer coaching and incremental code review. The agent performs rigorous, multi-dimensional reviews after every step to ensure correctness, interface quality, and test coverage while you maintain full control over the codebase.

A limitation of using an AI navigator is that the developer must still perform all the manual coding tasks. The agent only manages planning and verification, meaning it cannot autonomously generate or modify the codebase without direct human input and control.