OpenAI releases Symphony, an open-source spec for Codex orchestration

OpenAI has released Symphony, an open-source specification for orchestrating Codex agents. The system turns issue trackers into always-on agent systems, aiming to boost engineering output and reduce context switching. Symphony is designed to automate software development workflows by integrating with existing tools like GitHub issues, enabling continuous agent operation without manual intervention. The spec is publicly available on GitHub, allowing developers to inspect, modify, and extend the orchestration logic. This release marks a shift toward more autonomous and persistent AI-driven development environments, potentially transforming how engineering teams manage and execute tasks.