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Agents in Software Development

Introduction

This chapter will introduce you to the concept of agents in software development. We’ll cover what agents are, how they work, and how you can use them in your projects. We’ll also cover some of the most popular agents’ frameworks and how you can get started with them.

Let’s introduce the problems that agents can solve. The general idea is to have a program that can act on your behalf. Examples of this could be automating tasks, making decisions, and interacting with other agents and humans. Programs like these can save you time and make your life easier or your business more efficient.

In this chapter, we will do the following:

  • Introduce the concept of agents in software development.
  • Explain what ...

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