Build Reliable Agents with Human Control

Overview

Discover how to create predictable agent workflows that pause for human input, from intro concepts to building a scheduling agent with Portia AI.

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

Subjects

Computer Science