Run Your Coding Agents in the Cloud with Herdr
This tutorial details how to establish a persistent, cloud-based workspace using a Virtual Private Server (VPS) to run advanced coding agents (Claude Code, Codex, Grok). The process involves setting up the VPS (recommended 8GB RAM) on Hostinger, securing it with SSH keys and firewalls, and installing Herdr—a terminal multiplexer designed for agents. The setup culminates in connecting development tools like VS Code or Cursor over SSH, allowing for a continuous, centralized AI development workflow regardless of the local device status.
Key takeaways
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Persistent Agent Workflow
2:00
By running agents on a VPS, the coding sessions continue even if the local laptop is closed or shut down, ensuring continuous development work.
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VPS Security Setup
21:47
The server must be secured by creating a root password, implementing SSH key authentication, and restricting access using a firewall to whitelist specific IP addresses.
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Agent Installation and Authentication
Agents (Claude Code, Codex) and GitHub CLI are installed and authenticated on the server using specific CLI commands, requiring browser authorization for tokens.
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Developer User Isolation
18:20
It is recommended to create a dedicated `developer` user account, rather than using root, for daily agent operations to maintain security best practices.