Markdown-Defined Agents

Agent Definition in Markdown Format

Definition

A pattern where AI agent behavior, capabilities, and instructions are defined declaratively in markdown files rather than code. Enables non-engineers to define agents and makes agent definitions version-controllable and human-readable.

Examples in the Wild

  • Example 1:SwarmWright agents defined as markdown files with behavior declarations
  • Example 2:Markdown files containing agent prompts, capabilities, and decision rules