Agent
AI Agent
An AI agent is an AI that can work toward a goal by planning steps, using tools and taking actions—not just replying to a question.
Explained simply
An AI agent is an AI that can work toward a goal by planning steps, using tools and taking actions—not just replying to a question.
At a glance
- Category
- Concepts
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Introduced
- 2023
Real example
You ask an agent to compare five suppliers. It searches, records prices and prepares a recommendation.
Why it matters
Agents may automate multi-step work, so understanding them helps you judge what should be delegated and where human approval is still needed.
Timeline
The ideas behind Agent begin developing.
Agent becomes a recognised term or technique.
Research and practical applications increase.
Agent becomes connected to newer AI systems and products.
Agent remains relevant in the concepts area of AI.
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