From the course: How to Be an Agent Boss: Leading AI Agents at Work
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Build agents with purpose: Define scope and choose the right tools
From the course: How to Be an Agent Boss: Leading AI Agents at Work
Build agents with purpose: Define scope and choose the right tools
Whether you're buying or building, knowing how agents are put together can help you as an agent boss. So let's walk through the essentials of building an agent that fits your business needs. Think of designing an agent like building a structure. You start with a strong foundation, you layer on the framework and components and then you finish with the details. Each layer supports the next, so the build is solid before it goes live. Now, before we get into the agent components, I'm going to be using Microsoft Copilot Studio, which is Copilot's agent building platform. It offers a low-code, intuitive experience for building agents. I'm using Microsoft 365 Tenant with Copilot Studio enabled, which is available as a trial, capacity packs, pay-as-you-go, or even included in Microsoft 365 Copilot. If you're following along, you need to have access to these technologies. You may need to work with your IT team to make sure it's actually available for you today. Let's break down the components…
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