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AFT coding-agent tool layer

AFT is an open-source tool layer that gives coding agents symbol outlines, semantic search, call graphs, inspections, precise edits, indexed file search, shell-output compression, and recovery helpers. Why it matters: Coding agents often waste context on whole-file reads and brittle patch attempts. A symbol-aware tool layer can make repository exploration and edits more targeted, cheaper, and easier to debug.

Try this: Run one low-risk coding task in a disposable repository with AFT enabled, then compare file reads, patch accuracy, and shell-output volume against the same task using basic read/edit/bash tools.

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GitHub - cortexkit/aft
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