Why subagents exist and what they do

Discover how VS Code's subagents revolutionize parallel execution and context management. Learn the fundamentals of agent loops and context windows, then dive into how subagents isolate tasks, run simultaneously, and keep your main agent focused. Plus, explore custom agents and model optimization strategies to supercharge your development workflow.

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Links:

• v1.109 Release Notes
• Agents Overview in VS Code
• Subagents in VS Code