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Agentic workflow

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TL;DR. An agentic workflow is a dynamic process where an AI autonomously plans and executes actions to reach a goal, potentially self-correcting.

Technical Definition

An agentic workflow is a dynamic process where an AI autonomously plans and executes actions to reach a goal, potentially self-correcting.

How it works

An agentic workflow refers to a system where an AI agent manages its own process of achieving a goal. This involves dynamically planning its steps, executing actions, possibly utilizing external tools, and reflecting on its progress to make necessary adjustments to its plan.

Related Concepts

  • AI Agent — An AI system that autonomously plans, uses tools, and takes actions to accomplish goals through iterative reasoning.
  • Generative AI — An AI field focused on creating models that can generate novel and complex content, such as text, images, audio, and video, that is coherent and original.

Further Reading

  • Google ML Glossary