Herdr is joining Y Combinator. The runtime stays open

Can, the creator of Herdr, recently announced that the runtime of Herdr will be joining Y Combinator's F26 batch. Herdr is a runtime that allows CLI coding agents to run in terminals, providing a seamless connection to edit code, run servers, and maintain configurations. The runtime allows agents to run for extended periods, even days, and can be accessed from various locations, including remote servers.

The TUI (text-based user interface) accompanying the runtime has been praised for its simplicity and efficiency, but the developers recognize the need for more clients for the runtime to cater to diverse needs. Currently, there are over 500 plugins available for the runtime, built by the community. Herdr's runtime will remain free and open-source, allowing developers to build on top of it.

The team behind Herdr aims to create a small group of professionals who ensure the runtime remains reliable, fast, and easily installable across various platforms. The company plans to focus on adding extensibility through plugins, enabling users to customize their workflows and incorporate their unique ideas. The decision to keep the core small also allows for further customization and adaptation to individual preferences.