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| Consideration | Code Explorer | Code Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Subagent | Subagent |
| Publisher | Anthropic | Anthropic |
| Status | Anthropic plugin | Anthropic plugin |
| Best for | Finding the files and behavior relevant to a planned change. | Comparing implementation approaches before editing. |
| Requirements | Install the containing Feature Dev package | Install the containing Feature Dev package |
| Limitations | Code reading can overlook dynamic behavior; Its conclusions still need verification against the relevant files | A generated design is a proposal, not a proven architecture; Supply real constraints on complexity and maintenance |
| Install package | feature-dev | feature-dev |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Source reviewed | 2026-10-05 | 2026-10-05 |
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Source review: October 5, 2026. Listings are documentation reviews, not runtime tests or security audits. Our editorial method