Module 1 of 3

Defining the Agentic Shift

Developing a durable vocabulary for a moving target.

The word 'agent' is the most overloaded term in the AI market today. In this module, we bridge the gap between vendor-speak and technical reality. We guide you through the process of deconstructing agentic claims, equipping you with a precise vocabulary that allows you to evaluate products based on how they actually work, rather than how they are labeled.

An Introduction to AI Agents

~80 mins
3 lessons
foundation

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What you'll learn

Understand the autonomy spectrum and why the distinction between a single-call tool and an agentic loop is essential to your governance strategy.
Differentiate agentic systems by their architectural properties and apply diagnostic questions that uncover differences in behaviour and suitability for use-cases.
Apply a practical filter to your roadmap: identify when an agentic loop is a justifiable investment and consider the long-term cost profile.

Lessons in the Module

1 So what is an AI Agent? 25–30 mins

2 Understanding the Market 25–30 mins

3 The Development Landscape 20–25 mins

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