The author uses a local LLM called pi that reads a global CAPABILITIES.md index in markdown, pointing to task-specific docs like SSHing into a studio Mac or driving a browser. Pi only loads detailed instructions when a task matches a capability, and new setups are documented and added to the index so agents grow more useful over time.

This article compares two main options for setting up an AI agent: the user-friendly Claude and the customizable Hermes. It explains the differences between AI agents and chatbots, outlines the setup processes for each option, and emphasizes the importance of .md files for effective AI interaction.