Agentic coding comes to Apple's Xcode with agents from Anthropic and OpenAI

February 3, 2026

TL;DR

Xcode 26.3 enables direct integration of agentic coding tools such as Anthropic's Claude Agent and OpenAI's Codex.
AI models can now leverage more of Xcode's features for complex automation, including project building and error testing.
Agents will use Apple's developer documentation to ensure they adhere to the latest APIs and best practices.
The integration allows AI to explore projects, understand structure, build, and fix errors.
Apple worked with Anthropic and OpenAI to optimize token usage and tool calling for efficiency.
Xcode uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to expose its capabilities to compatible agents.
Developers can download agents from Xcode settings and connect accounts by signing in or adding API keys.
Natural language commands can be used in a prompt box to direct agents for project building or code changes.
Agents break down tasks into smaller steps, provide visual highlighting of changes, and offer a project transcript for transparency.
Apple believes this transparency can aid new developers and is hosting a 'code-along' workshop.
AI agents verify code with tests and can iterate to fix errors; developers can revert changes as Xcode creates milestones.

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