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self-modifying-code
Tiers, checkpoints, and off-limits paths for an agent editing the app's own source. Use when designing UI for agent editability, deciding whether a file is safe for the agent to change, or when tempted to patch config, `.env`, or an `@agent-native/*` package. Do not load it for ordinary source edits.
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# Self-Modifying Code
## Rule
The agent can edit the app's own source code — components, routes, styles, scripts. This is a feature, not a bug. Design your app expecting this.
## Why
An agent-native app isn't just an app the agent can _use_ — it's an app the agent can _change_. The agent can fix bugs, add features, adjust styles, and restructure code. This makes the agent a true collaborator, not just an operator.
## Modification Taxonomy
Not all modifications are equal. Use this to decide what level of care is needed:
