Claude has introduced dynamic workflows in Claude Code, which allow for efficient handling of complex tasks that typically require extensive planning. This innovation enables tasks that would usually take months to be completed in just days.
Dynamic workflows utilize orchestration scripts to run multiple parallel subagents, effectively managing large-scale challenges such as bug hunts, extensive code migrations, and thorough stress testing of plans.
Availability and Usage
These workflows are currently available in research preview through the Claude Code CLI, Desktop, and VS Code extension for Max, Team, and Enterprise plans (if enabled by admins). They can also be accessed via the Claude API on platforms like Amazon Bedrock, Vertex AI, and Microsoft Foundry.
Users are advised to start with scoped tasks as dynamic workflows may consume significantly more tokens than standard sessions. Activating auto mode enhances the experience when utilizing these workflows.
Real-World Applications
Early access users have reported significant benefits from dynamic workflows in various scenarios, particularly in code discovery and review tasks. These workflows have proven effective in identifying dead code and uncovering cleanup opportunities that traditional methods often overlook.
For instance, Jarred Sumner successfully used dynamic workflows to rewrite Bun from Zig to Rust, achieving a remarkable 99.8% test suite pass rate with a project that involved 750,000 lines of code completed in just eleven days.
How Dynamic Workflows Function
When initiated, Claude dynamically plans based on user prompts, breaking tasks into subtasks that are distributed among subagents. This parallel processing allows for independent problem-solving, with results being validated before final integration.
Progress is continuously saved, ensuring that if a job is interrupted, it can resume from where it left off without needing to start over. This capability is particularly beneficial for long-running tasks that may extend over several hours or days.
Important Considerations
It is crucial to note that dynamic workflows require more usage than typical sessions. When a workflow is triggered, Claude Code will display the upcoming tasks for confirmation. Admins have the option to disable workflows through managed settings.
For users on Max or Team plans, dynamic workflows are enabled by default. Enterprise plan users will need to have this feature activated by their admin.
Next Steps
To get started, users can request Claude to create a workflow or enable the ultracode setting specific to Claude Code. More detailed documentation is available for those interested in exploring this feature further.
