MS-4014: Introduction to building AI agents

Learn the foundations of AI agent development and discover how Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio and Microsoft’s AI platform can be used to create intelligent, business-focused AI solutions.

Overview

MS-4014: Introduction to Building AI Agents provides a practical introduction to AI agents, how they work and how organisations can use them to automate business processes, improve productivity and enhance customer and employee experiences. Learners explore Microsoft’s AI ecosystem, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry and the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit, while learning how to design and plan AI-powered solutions.

Course Content

Introduction to AI Agents Understanding the Business Value of AI Agents AI Agent Components and Architecture Introduction to Microsoft AI Agent Solutions Microsoft 365 Copilot Overview Microsoft Copilot Studio Microsoft Foundry Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit Choosing the Right Agent Development Approach Low-Code vs Pro-Code Development Options Agent Data Sources and Integrations Designing AI Agent Solutions Planning Agent Workflows and User Interactions Governance, Security and Responsible AI Building a Foundation for AI-Powered Business Solutions

This course is ideal for:

MS-4014: Introduction to Building AI Agents is ideal for professionals who want to understand how AI agents can be used to solve business challenges and automate tasks. The course is particularly valuable for innovation teams, business analysts, process improvement specialists, Microsoft 365 administrators, solution architects, technical consultants, developers and business leaders who are exploring Microsoft’s AI ecosystem and evaluating opportunities to introduce AI-driven solutions into their organisations. It is also suitable for learners who are new to AI agent development and want to understand the available Microsoft technologies before moving into more advanced development or implementation roles.

Requirements

Learners should have a general understanding of Microsoft 365 and basic familiarity with generative AI concepts such as AI assistants, large language models and Microsoft Copilot. No prior AI agent development experience is required, making this course an ideal starting point for individuals beginning their AI development journey.

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