Develop AI agents on Azure (AI-3026)

This course is designed to equip your team or individual learners with the skills to build intelligent agents using Azure's robust platform. Whether you're looking to enhance your company's capabilities in AI-based solutions or you're a solo developer looking to upgrade your skills, this course offers a foundational journey into leveraging AI technology with Azure's services.

We kick off with Fundamentals of AI Agents on Azure, where you'll start by understanding what AI agents are and the various development options available. As you progress, you'll gain insights into Azure AI Agent Service, preparing you for hands-on exercises in AI agent development. The module concludes with an assessment to solidify your understanding.

Next, you'll explore how to Develop an AI agent with Azure AI Agent Service. This segment emphasizes practical application, teaching you step-by-step how to utilize Azure AI Agent Service effectively. Through exercises, you'll develop your own AI agent, supported by a module assessment to ensure comprehension and retention.

The course proceeds to show how to Integrate Custom Tools into Your Agent. You'll learn why and how to implement custom tools to enhance your agents, tailoring solutions to meet specific organizational needs. The skills gained will be immediately applied in an exercise where you'll construct an agent with these new tools, finishing with an assessment to evaluate your progress.

In Develop an AI Agent with Semantic Kernel, the course takes a deeper dive into using the Semantic Kernel SDK. You'll discover how to create an Azure AI agent equipped with semantic capabilities and add plugins for enhanced functionality. This module includes an interactive exercise, followed by a knowledge check to confirm your understanding.

Lastly, the course offers guidance on how to Orchestrate a Multi-Agent Solution Using Semantic Kernel. You'll learn the essentials of the Semantic Kernel Agent Framework, including designing agent group chats and defining strategies for agent selection and chat termination. An exercise reinforces these concepts as you develop a multi-agent solution, culminating in a knowledge check to wrap up the module.

By the end of this course, attendees will be adept at developing and deploying AI agents on Azure, integrating custom tools, and orchestrating complex multi-agent environments. Whether developing solutions for your company or expanding personal skills, you'll be well-prepared to harness the power of AI technology on Azure.