multi-agent-patterns

Guide designing multi-agent systems with supervisor, peer-to-peer, and hierarchical patterns.

7|1|Updated Jan 14, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/eyadsibai/ltk --skill multi-agent-patterns-eyadsibai
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Skill: multi-agent-patterns
Source: https://github.com/eyadsibai/ltk/tree/main/plugins/ltk-core/skills/multi-agent-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/eyadsibai/ltk --skill multi-agent-patterns-eyadsibai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenges of designing and implementing complex multi-agent systems, helping to overcome context limitations and improve coordination between AI agents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context Isolation: Understand how to use multiple agents to manage limited context windows effectively.
  • Architectural Patterns: Learn about Supervisor/Orchestrator, Peer-to-Peer/Swarm, and Hierarchical patterns for agent interaction.
  • Coordination & Consensus: Explore methods for achieving agreement and managing handoffs between agents.
  • Use Case: You are building a system where multiple AI agents need to collaborate on a research task. This Skill will guide you on how to structure their interactions, pass information, and aggregate results efficiently.

Quick Start

Explain the supervisor pattern for coordinating multiple AI agents.

Frequently Asked Questions about multi-agent-patterns

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

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How do I design multi-agent systems for complex task decomposition?

Design multi-agent systems for complex task decomposition by applying architectural patterns like supervisor/orchestrator, peer-to-peer/swarm, and hierarchical structures to coordinate distributed LLM workflows efficiently. These patterns manage parallel processing and task routing.

What is the supervisor pattern in multi-agent orchestration?

The supervisor pattern in multi-agent orchestration is an architectural structure where a central orchestrator agent coordinates subordinate agents, managing handoffs and aggregating results to achieve complex task completion. It controls distributed LLM workflows.

How do I manage context isolation and token limits across multiple AI agents?

Manage context isolation and token economics across multiple AI agents by distributing specific subtasks to individual agents, preventing context window overflow. This approach maintains isolation while enabling coordinated information passing.

When should I use peer-to-peer swarm patterns versus hierarchical structures for agent coordination?

Use peer-to-peer swarm patterns for decentralized consensus and parallel processing, while hierarchical structures suit tasks requiring top-down control and complex task decomposition. Choose based on your distributed LLM workflow coordination needs.

What are the best ways to achieve consensus and manage handoffs between AI agents?

Achieve consensus and manage handoffs between AI agents by implementing coordination mechanisms defined within supervisor or swarm architectural patterns. These mechanisms structure information passing and result aggregation for distributed LLM workflows.

Can I use multi-agent patterns for parallel processing scenarios with distributed LLM workflows?

Yes, you can use multi-agent patterns for parallel processing scenarios with distributed LLM workflows. Architectural patterns like peer-to-peer/swarm and hierarchical structures specifically address complex task decomposition and concurrent execution coordination.