Published: 2026-06-09
Analysis & perspective
Analysis & perspective
Why AI Agents Never Guess: Write Context Files First
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JavaScript Mastery shares a principle for reliable AI agents: write nine context files before the agent touches any code. The files cover product definition, target audience, architecture, folder structure, code standards, UI rules, design tokens, library-specific patterns, a build plan, and a living progress tracker. Write them once — they travel with the project forever.





