Claude Code Agent Fleets that run on schedules and join your chat

herdctl is an orchestration layer for Claude Code agents, built on the Claude Agents SDK. It allows users to define and manage fleets of agents using YAML files. These agents can be triggered by schedules or events, offering automation capabilities. The tool enables users to interact with agents via platforms like Discord and Slack. A primary advantage is consistent execution and automatic improvement of agents over time. Use cases range from automated onboarding to competitor analysis and a doomsday alert system. However, the author warns about the risks of connecting agents to public chats. The potential for data breaches and misuse necessitates caution when deploying these agents. The author is excited about agents that learn and improve themselves. Future plans include refining the tool and exploring a Slack integration. The need for a technology that optimizes communication between multiple agents, however, remains.