How does this skill maintain context between different agents?

It utilizes a dual-layer approach: a file-based Transparency Layer for human inspection and an Intelligence Layer for historical learning and pattern recognition.

What is required for a successful agent handoff?

A standardized handoff must include a summary of work, decisions made, artifacts created, known issues, and specific guidance for the next agent.

What are the primary coordination patterns supported?

The skill supports sequential, parallel, iterative, and hybrid patterns to accommodate various development workflow complexities and dependency structures.

Can I use this for parallel development tasks?

Yes, the parallel coordination pattern is designed for independent work streams, using shared contracts and integration agents to merge results later.

How are conflicts resolved between different agents?

The skill uses defined precedence rules, such as prioritizing security audits over performance or escalating critical disagreements to the human user.

Agent Coordination Patterns

Name: Agent Coordination Patterns
Author: laurigates

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Orchestrates complex multi-agent workflows using standardized sequential, parallel, and iterative coordination protocols.

This skill provides a comprehensive framework for managing multi-agent systems within Claude Code, defining how agents communicate, share context, and transition between tasks. By implementing structured protocols for handoffs, dependency management, and real-time progress reporting, it ensures seamless collaboration across complex development pipelines. It is particularly useful for projects requiring specialized roles—such as research, development, and security auditing—to work in concert without losing context or duplicating effort.

Key Features

01Standardized sequential, parallel, and iterative workflow templates

02Formal agent integration protocols for pre/post-execution and reporting

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04Standardized status broadcasting and handoff documentation rules

05Explicit dependency management for hard and soft agent constraints

06Hybrid context-sharing using file-based transparency and knowledge graphs

Use Cases

01Managing parallel development of frontend and backend components using shared API contracts

02Coordinating handoffs between research, implementation, and QA agents

03Implementing iterative code review loops between security auditors and developers

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add laurigates/claude-plugins agent-coordination-patterns

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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