According to Greg Brockman on Twitter, software development is experiencing a renaissance due to significant advancements in tools like Codex since December 2023. OpenAI engineers report that Codex now automates most coding, operations, and debugging tasks, signaling a shift from its earlier use for unit tests only. This transformation opens new opportunities for companies willing to adopt agentic workflows, where interacting with AI agents becomes the primary method for technical tasks. Brockman highlights OpenAI’s strategies, such as designating 'agents captains', maintaining skill repositories, and structuring codebases to be agent-first, as keys to successfully integrating Codex and maximizing productivity. As reported by Brockman, the cultural shift required for widespread adoption of agent-driven development presents both challenges and market opportunities for businesses ready to embrace next-generation coding practices.