Show HN: Durable AI agents without the workflow engine (www.noworkflows.dev)

A new development in AI has emerged with the introduction of durable AI agents that operate without the need for a workflow engine. This system allows agents to maintain a persistent state across crashes by utilizing an append-only event log and a dedicated Linux virtual machine (VM). Users can define agents and start sessions with minimal complexity—just three API calls—ensuring every step is meticulously journaled, allowing seamless resumption from any sequence, even after interruptions. This innovation is significant for the AI/ML community as it simplifies the deployment and management of stateful agents, which are critical for robust AI applications. Traditionally, building durable agents required extensive infrastructure, including managing workflow engines and sandboxes—that’s no longer the case. The new model handles session management automatically, from logging steps to managing interruptions, and even offers features like cancellation signals and retry policies. As a result, developers can focus on building intelligent applications without being bogged down by the complexities of underlying infrastructure.