At the same time I can see a more linear approach doing similar. Like when I ask for an implementation plan that is functional not all that different from an architect agent even if not wrapped in such a persona
Once model providers started releasing "reasoning" models, and later roles and multi-agent systems, it seemed pretty clear to me they are just automating the process of prompt engineering.
They track everything we all do in a chat, then learn the patterns that work and build them in. Rinse and repeat.
At the same time I can see a more linear approach doing similar. Like when I ask for an implementation plan that is functional not all that different from an architect agent even if not wrapped in such a persona