Technology & AI
What is AI Agent?
An AI agent is an LLM that acts (executes tools, browses, writes code), in a loop, until completing an objective — not just answering text.
The agent receives a goal, plans steps, calls tools (web search, APIs, DBs), evaluates the result, and iterates until done. Frameworks: Claude Agent SDK, AutoGen, LangGraph, OpenAI Assistants.
Real 2026 use cases: code agents (Cursor, Claude Code) editing whole projects; sales agents doing outreach; analytics agents answering BI questions. Not hype — it's the abstraction of the next decade.
Use it in practice
Bug Copilot (agent)
Frequently asked questions
Is an AI agent the same as a chatbot?
No. Chatbot answers; agent ACTS (runs code, hits APIs, modifies files). Autonomous loop is the difference.
Are agents safe for production?
With granular permissions (sandboxing, tool allowlist, human approval on sensitive actions), yes. Blind, no.