# Coding agents help revive old apps and build new ones

Mathematician Terry Tao discussed how modern AI coding agents can be used to both update legacy applications and develop new software. The conversation highlights the growing role of AI in software development and maintenance.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://terrytao.wordpress.com/2026/07/11/old-and-new-apps-via-modern-coding-agents/) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:09:42 +0000
- [Hacker News](https://arxiv.org/abs/2607.05188) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:28:09 +0000