How a one-person dev studio runs with autonomous AI agents
BaoDev.studio is a one-person development studio that leverages a fleet of around 35 autonomous AI agents to deliver software projects with senior engineering quality at lower costs. The workflow combines AI agents for repetitive tasks like coding and testing with human oversight for complex decisions, ensuring reliable and secure outputs. Projects are delivered faster than traditional freelance or agency models, with transparent pricing and documented token usage.
- ▪BaoDev.studio uses approximately 35 custom AI agents running locally on Claude Code to handle tasks like development, testing, and security checks.
- ▪The studio charges $800 for a sprint, $4,500 for a system build, or $3,000/month on retainer, with delivery times consistently meeting or exceeding estimates.
- ▪AI agents handle the majority of routine work, but human engineers intervene for critical decisions, complex logic, and architectural choices.
- ▪A SaaS dashboard MVP was delivered in 3 weeks and 2 days for $4,500, with $140 in token costs and 91% test coverage.
- ▪The studio declines projects it cannot deliver well, emphasizing honest scoping and senior judgment over automated output.
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