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 \nUse Webex App to chat with the speaker after the session  \nHow  \n1 Find this session in the Cisco Events App  \n2 Click “Join the Discussion”  \n3 Install the Webex App or go directly to the Webex space  \n4 Enter messages/questions in the Webex space  \nWebex spaces will be moderated by the speaker until February 27, 2026.  \nEnter your personal notes here  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.  \nBRKETI-1008  \n-  \nThe Abstract  \nWhen Generative AI burst on the scene three years ago, the world was abuzz with the technology's natural language processing capabilities. Since its introduction, the industry has now seen three major transitions in GenAI architectures: chatbots with prompt engineering, AI assistants enhanced with RAG, and now AI agents. The speed of innovation in this space is FAST and  \nunderstanding the terminology, architectural differences, and emerging risks  \nhas become a barrier to adoption.  \nThis session will demystify agents by introducing the key criteria for AI agents, the agentic patterns to build them, and the technologies to connect and secure them. Knowledge of a programming language like Python and foundational Generative AI concepts will greatly enhance the attendee's experience.  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.  \nBRKETI-1008  \n-  \nAn General Introduction to AI Agents…  \nNo focus on specific agentic AI use cases  \nPlethora of sessions showcasing specific Agentic AI use cases…  \nA mere sampling of the catalog (see QR code)  \n• How to Build AI Agents for Automating Networking Software Development [AI-1013]  \n• Revolutionize Your Data Analysis with Agentic AI Agents [AI-2722]  \n• MCP Servers and AI Agents for Networking and Security at Cisco Code Exchange [DEVNET-2739]  \n• Ambient AI Agents: Running Your Network While You Sleep [BRKOPS-2302]  \nThis session is designed to be the first step in your Agentic AI journey!  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.  \nBRKETI-1008  \n-  \nAgenda 01 Why Agents?  \n02 Techniques, Technologies, and Protocols  \n03 Agentic AI Security  \n04 Summary and Outlook  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. BRKETI-1008   \n-  \nWho is this guy?  \n• Working in and around data centers longer than those Catalyst 6500s you just refreshed.  \n• Cisco for 9 years  \n• 2 years focusing on Kubernetes in DC  \n• 2 years focusing on Security in Kubernetes and Cloud  \n• 6 months focusing on Agentic AI and AGNTCY launch  \n• Before Cisco:  \n• High performance computing (HPC) [with GPUs]  \n• Network Architect  \n• High frequency trading  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. BRKETI-1008  \nCollector of certificates  \nPhD in Physics  \nCisco Certified DevNet Professional Cisco Certified Network Professional (R/S)  \nCisco Certified Network Professional (DC) Cisco Certified AI Technical Practitioner Kubernetes (CKA, CKAD, CKS) certifications  \n-  \nWhy Agents?  \nFoundational Models  \nThe Landscape  \nOpenAI  \nAdvanced  \nreasoning Agentic Autonomy  \nAnthropic  \nConversational,  \ntask handling Enterprise Grade Safety  \nGoogle  \nCoding with  \nScaffolding Ecosystem integrations  \nMeta  \nOpen Source Adaptability  \nxAI  \nAbstract reasoning  \nReal Time Data  \nPoint in time snapshot of relative strengths. Each release shifts the landscape.  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.  \nBRKETI-1008  \n-  \nWhat is (Generative) AI being used for?  \nAmazing Capabilities  \nNatural Language Processing  \nSentiment Analysis  \nCreative Writing  \n© 2026 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.  \nContent Generation  \nPhotorealistic Images  \nStudio Quality Movies  \nBRKETI-1008  \nReasoning  \nProblem Decomposition  \nProblem Solving  \n-  \nFoundational Business Principles  \nKey Requirements for Non-Human Processes  \nReliable  \nAccurate analysis ","cbCaio9D9PKUfXSu","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaio9D9PKUfXSu","pdf",4429919,115,"English","# The Abstract\n# An General Introduction to AI Agents\n# Agenda\n## Why Agents?\n## Techniques, Technologies, and Protocols\n## Agentic AI Security\n## Summary and Outlook\n# Who is this guy?\n# Why Agents?\n# What is (Generative) AI being used for?\n# Foundational Business Principles","[{\"question\":\"What transitions in generative AI architectures are discussed in the session?\",\"answer\":\"The session highlights three major transitions: prompt-engineered chatbots, AI assistants enhanced with RAG, and the move to AI agents.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the main topics covered to demystify AI agents?\",\"answer\":\"It covers key criteria for AI agents, agentic patterns for building them, and the technologies needed to connect and secure them.\"},{\"question\":\"What background knowledge helps attendees get the most from the session?\",\"answer\":\"Knowledge of a programming language such as Python and foundational Generative AI concepts improves the attendee experience.\"}]","AI Agents 101 - An Introduction to Agents and Examples of How to Build Them | PDF",290]