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Learn the fundamentals of agents and the Azure AI Agent Service, including access and usage. Explore the benefits of agents, utilize service features, and build your first agent.
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Overview

This comprehensive course delves into the world of AI agents within the Azure ecosystem. You'll begin with a fundamental understanding of what an agent service is and grasp the core concepts of an AI agent, including its structure and function.

Crucially, you'll learn exactly where and how to access this powerful service within the Azure platform. Progressing further, you'll gain practical knowledge on how to effectively utilize the agent service, mastering its interface and functionalities.

You'll also explore the use of Software Development Kits (SDKs) to programmatically interact with the service, enabling more advanced and customized applications. A key focus is understanding the real-world utility of AI agents, exploring scenarios where they provide significant advantages.

You'll thoroughly learn and apply the various features offered by the Azure AI Agent Service, unlocking its full potential. Finally, the course culminates in a hands-on experience where you will build your very first AI agent using the Azure AI Agent Service, solidifying your knowledge and skills through practical application.

This journey will equip you with the ability to design, deploy, and manage intelligent agents to solve complex problems and automate tasks.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to AI Agents and Azure Ecosystem
  • Definition of AI agents
    Overview of Azure's AI capabilities
    The role of agents in AI services
  • Understanding AI Agents
  • Structure and function of AI agents
    Key components of an AI agent
  • Accessing AI Agent Services in Azure
  • Navigating Azure portal
    Locating the AI agent service
  • Utilizing Azure AI Agent Interface
  • Overview of the interface
    Core functionalities and features
  • Programming with AI Agents using SDKs
  • Introduction to Software Development Kits
    Basic programming tasks with SDKs
    Advanced customization techniques
  • Real-world Applications of AI Agents
  • Use cases and scenarios
    Benefits and advantages in various industries
  • Features of Azure AI Agent Service
  • Detailed exploration of service features
    Practical demonstrations
  • Hands-on Workshop: Building Your First AI Agent
  • Step-by-step guide to design an AI agent
    Deployment and management of AI agents
    Automating tasks and solving problems with AI agents
  • Course Summary and Future Directions
  • Recap of key learnings
    Exploring future trends and opportunities in AI agents

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Programming