Agentic Frameworks
Which framework should you reach for — and when should you skip frameworks entirely?
Tool Selection
| Need | Framework | Why |
|---|---|---|
| UI from prompts | v0 | Fastest path from wireframe to component |
| Full repo coding | Claude Code | Autonomous agent with full context |
| Context-aware editing | Cursor | Native IDE integration |
| Crypto agents | ARC RIG | Rust-native, Solana-optimized |
| Social AI agents | ElizaOS | Multi-platform, plugin ecosystem |
| No framework | Direct API | Fewest abstractions, maximum control |
Context
- Agents — when to use agents vs skills
- Autonomous Agents — agent frameworks for production
- Prompts — the foundation all frameworks build on
Questions
At what complexity level does a framework save more time than it costs to configure?
- Which framework assumption breaks first when you scale beyond prototyping?
- When does the abstraction layer between you and the model become the bottleneck?