Core Concepts
Agents
Understanding Agents in PraisonAI
Agents are the core building blocks of PraisonAI. Each agent is an autonomous AI entity with specific roles, goals, and capabilities.
Understanding Agents
Key Components
Role & Goal
Defines the agent’s purpose and objectives through role definition and specific goals
Capabilities
Tools and functions available to the agent for task execution
Memory
Context retention and learning capabilities across interactions
Language Model
The underlying AI model powering the agent’s intelligence
Component Details
Role and Goal
Clear role and goal definitions are crucial for optimal agent performance.
Component | Description | Example |
---|---|---|
Role | Agent’s function and expertise | Research Analyst, Code Developer |
Goal | Specific objectives to achieve | Analyze market trends, Generate reports |
Backstory | Contextual background | Expert with 10 years of experience |
Capabilities
Agent Types
1
Basic Agent
- Single-purpose focus
- Direct user interaction
- Limited tool set
2
Specialized Agent
- Domain expertise
- Advanced capabilities
- Custom tools
3
Collaborative Agent
- Team interaction
- Task delegation
- Shared context
Best Practices
Always implement proper error handling and resource management in your agent configurations.
Agent Design
- Clear role definition
- Specific, measurable goals
- Relevant tool selection
- Appropriate memory configuration
Agent Interaction
- Clear communication protocols
- Defined delegation rules
- Error handling mechanisms
- Resource management
Advanced Features
Memory Management
- Short-term conversation memory
- Long-term knowledge retention
- Context preservation
Tool Integration
- Custom tool development
- External API integration
- Resource access control
Async Support
Agents now support asynchronous operations through the following methods:
achat
: Async version of the chat methodastart
: Async version of start methodaexecute_task
: Async version of execute_task methodarun_task
: Async version of run_task methodarun_all_tasks
: Async version of run_all_tasks method
Example Usage:
Key Features:
- Full async/await support
- Parallel task execution
- Async tool integration
- Async callback support
- Mixed sync/async operations
Next Steps
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