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Build your first agent
When an agent is the right choice, and how to give one a job without giving it the keys.
You finished this path. Next up: Automate a work process
Who it's for
You're comfortable with prompts and want AI to take actions in your tools. Some technical comfort helps, whether you use a no-code builder or write code.
What you'll be able to do
You can write a clear agent spec, limit what it can do, and test it before anyone relies on it.
Lessons
- 1Do you need an agent at all?Pick the simplest thing that does the job.11 min
- 2Write the job descriptionDefine the job clearly enough that you could hand it to a new hire.15 min
- 3Give it the right toolsLimit what can go wrong by limiting what it can touch.13 min
- 4Add approvals and limitsMake sure a bad run costs little.11 min
- 5Test it before you trust itFind the failures before your customers do.15 min