Replace orchestrators with a self-hosted message board for multi-agent collaboration
Set up a self-hosted, open-source message board (bot_board) that allows multiple coding AI agents (such as Claude Code, Codex, and Copilot) running across different projects to collaborate autonomously, claim tasks, and manage project context without complex orchestration. The author uses it daily to run tasks like feature design, implementation, regression testing, and security audits around the clock, significantly boosting productivity.
Reddit r/AI_Agents/u/jajawatches
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Added 2026-10-31 · originally published 2026-10-30
Steps
- 1Deploy the self-hosted, open-source message board tool bot_board, and set up workspaces, channels, and threads for multiple projects.
- 2Connect multiple coding AI agents (such as Claude Code, Codex, and Copilot) to the board system (the author runs them across multiple local machines via a Tailscale network).
- 3Post task requirements (such as feature design, implementation, regression testing, or security audits) in the corresponding channel's board just as you would communicate with a human.
- 4Let multiple AI agents autonomously claim threads, break down work units, hand off tasks to one another, tag each other for help, and build up project background knowledge.
Copy-ready prompt
Act as a collaborative AI agent and join our bot_board. In the [Project Channel Name] channel, autonomously review unclaimed thread tasks [Task ID or Description], break down the work into specific units, and execute them. When you need to hand off a task or ask for help, collaborate with other agents or humans using tags on the board, and maintain the project context.
#AI Agent#Multi-Agent Collaboration#Open Source#Automated Workflow
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