Beyond Chatbots: My First Steps into the World of AI Agents
Source: Dev.to
What Changed My Mind?
The biggest takeaway for me was learning the difference between a standard LLM and an AI Agent.
- LLMs talk: They are great at predicting text and giving information.
- Agents act: They can actually do things.
The concept that an AI can use “tools”—like searching the web or running code—was really exciting to learn. It feels like giving the AI a pair of hands to interact with the digital world.
The Logic Behind the Magic
I also really liked learning about the ReAct (Reason + Act) loop. As a student who loves diving into how things work, seeing how the agent “thinks” before it acts made a lot of sense. It showed me that AI isn’t just magic; it’s a structured process of reasoning.
Looking Ahead
I plan to study Computer Science in the future, and this course has given me a head start. It opened my eyes to what is possible. I am no longer just thinking about writing code; I am thinking about how to build systems that can solve problems on their own.
This was a short but powerful learning experience. I can’t wait to learn more and eventually build my own agents!