TutorialsThe Complete Guide to Agent Mode
How GenMB builds sophisticated multi-feature applications step by step on its own. Learn when it kicks in, how it works, and how to write prompts for complex projects.
Ambuj Agrawal
Founder & CEO
When Regular Generation Isn't Enough
For simple apps, a single prompt works great. But what about complex applications with multiple features, pages, and interconnected components? That's where Agent Mode shines. There is no button or setting for it: GenMB decides by itself, and uses Agent Mode for a big first request on every plan.
Agent Mode vs Standard Mode
Standard Mode:
- Generates entire app in one pass
- Best for simple, single-feature apps
- Fast and straightforward
Agent Mode:
- Plans and executes step by step
- Builds features incrementally
- Self-corrects along the way
- Ideal for complex applications
After your first version, every chat edit runs the same build-and-check loop automatically.
When GenMB Uses Agent Mode
GenMB switches to Agent Mode on its own for:
- Multi-page applications: Dashboard with multiple views
- Complex state management: E-commerce cart, user settings
- Interconnected features: Features that depend on each other
- Large scope projects: Apps with 5+ distinct features
How Agent Mode Works
- Analysis: AI analyzes your request scope
- Planning: Creates a development roadmap
- Execution: Builds feature by feature
- Validation: Tests each step before proceeding
- Integration: Ensures all parts work together
Writing Prompts for Agent Mode
Be comprehensive but organized:
"Build a project management app with:
- Dashboard showing project overview and stats
- Project list with create, edit, delete functionality
- Task board with drag-and-drop columns (To Do, In Progress, Done)
- Team member assignment to tasks
- Due date tracking with overdue highlighting
- Search and filter across all projects
Use React with a clean, professional design"
Watching Agent Mode Work
Once started, you'll see:
- Current task being worked on
- Completed steps with checkmarks
- Overall progress percentage
- Real-time code updates
Best Practices
1. Front-load your requirements
Include all major features in the initial prompt. Adding features later is possible but less efficient.
2. Prioritize implicitly
List most important features first. Agent Mode builds in order.
3. Describe relationships
Explain how features connect:
"Tasks should link to projects, and completing all tasks should update project status"
Example: Building a CRM
Here's a comprehensive Agent Mode prompt:
"Create a customer relationship management (CRM) app with:
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Dashboard:
- Overview stats (total contacts, deals in pipeline, recent activity)
- Quick actions bar
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Contacts:
- List view with search and filters
- Contact detail page with interaction history
- Add/edit contact forms
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Deals:
- Kanban board with deal stages
- Deal value and probability tracking
- Drag to update stage
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Activities:
- Activity feed showing all interactions
- Log calls, emails, meetings
- Set reminders
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Use React with a professional blue theme. Include sample data."
Troubleshooting
If Agent Mode stalls:
- Check your internet connection
- Try a more specific prompt
- Break the request into smaller chunks
If results aren't connected:
- Add explicit relationship descriptions
- Mention shared state or data
- Reference features by name in other features
Agent Mode is how GenMB handles ambitious projects, with nothing to turn on. Start with a clear vision, and let the AI handle the complexity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Ambuj Agrawal
Founder & CEO
Award-winning AI author and speaker. Building the future of app development at GenMB.
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