hive-patterns

Provide design patterns and best practices for building goal-driven agents.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattmre/AGENT33 --skill hive-patterns-mattmre
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Skill: hive-patterns
Source: https://github.com/mattmre/AGENT33/tree/main/engine/packs/hive-family/skills/patterns/hive-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattmre/AGENT33 --skill hive-patterns-mattmre

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides essential design patterns, best practices, and examples for developing robust, goal-driven agents, ensuring efficient and effective agent construction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agent Design Patterns: Learn about multi-turn interaction, edge-based routing, and fan-out/fan-in execution.
  • Context Management: Understand tiered compaction and spillover patterns for handling large data.
  • Use Case: Develop an agent that can interact with a user to gather requirements, research a topic, and then present findings, all while managing context effectively.

Quick Start

Use the hive-patterns skill to learn how to build a node using both direct file writes and optional MCP validation.

Frequently Asked Questions about hive-patterns

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

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What are the best practices for building goal-driven LLM agents?

Best practices for building goal-driven LLM agents involve using structured prompts, modular incremental development, and judge patterns to ensure robust context management and efficient construction.

How do I manage context spillover when developing agents with large data?

To manage context spillover in agent development, apply tiered compaction and spillover patterns. These approaches handle large data efficiently by structuring context across multi-turn interactions.

What is the fan-out fan-in execution pattern for agent orchestration?

The fan-out fan-in execution pattern is an agent design approach for parallel task routing. It enables workflow automation by distributing sub-tasks to multiple nodes and aggregating the results.

How do I use conditional edges for agent workflow automation?

Conditional edges enable workflow automation by routing agent logic dynamically between nodes. They allow an agent to evaluate conditions and trigger specific execution paths based on the interaction context.

What common anti-patterns should I avoid in agent development?

Common anti-patterns in agent development include unstructured prompt design and monolithic execution flows. Avoiding these by adopting modular, incremental development and structured context management ensures robust orchestration.

Can I implement client-facing interactions and feedback loops in LLM agents?

Yes, you can implement client-facing interactions and feedback loops in LLM agents. Using multi-turn interaction patterns allows agents to gather requirements, research topics, and present findings effectively.