Build Reliable Agents with Human Control

Overview

Join us to explore the creation of reliable agents with integrated human control. This course takes you through the essential concepts of developing agent workflows that allow for human intervention, ensuring predictability and adaptability.

Gain hands-on experience by building a fully functional scheduling agent using Portia AI, a leading provider in innovative AI solutions.

Whether you're a novice in artificial intelligence or looking to refine your skills in constructing intelligent systems, this course offers valuable insights tailored to enhance your understanding and practical application of AI in real-world scenarios.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Reliable Agent Design
Overview of Agent-Based Systems
Importance of Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) in AI Agents
• Fundamentals of Agent Predictability
Principles of Predictable Agent Behavior
Techniques for Ensuring Consistent Outputs
• Integrating Human Control in Agent Workflows
Identifying Points for Human Intervention
Design Patterns for Human Interaction
• Tools and Frameworks for HITL Agents
Overview of Portia AI
Comparative Analysis of HITL Tools
• Building a Basic HITL Workflow
Conceptualizing a Simple Agent with HITL
Implementing Pause and Wait States for Human Input
• Case Study: Scheduling Agent with Portia AI
Requirements Gathering and Workflow Design
Implementing the Scheduling Logic
Integrating Human Oversight and Decision Points
• Testing and Validating HITL Agents
Techniques for Testing Agent Predictability
Gathering Feedback and Iterative Improvement
• Ethical Considerations in HITL Design
Balancing Automation and Human Agency
Addressing Bias and Ensuring Fair Use
• Future Directions in Human-Controlled Agents
Emerging Trends in Human-AI Collaboration
Potential Impacts on Various Industries
• Conclusion and Course Wrap-Up
Recap of Key Concepts
Resources for Continued Learning

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Subjects

Computer Science