How To Write Your First AI Agent
Architecture and Governance, Friday, March 28th, 2025
Agents are everywhere in conversation, but for most people, the concept is abstract or intimidating. The truth is, simple agents are already built into tools we use every day, and writing your first agent doesn't require deep technical skill-it requires a mindset shift. Think of it as a new way to delegate.
This post is a practical starting point: what agents are, how they work, and how to build one today using tools you already know.
The Wisdom of Mrs. Hanlon
My second-grade teacher, Mrs. Hanlon, didn't talk about artificial intelligence or automation. Instead, she taught us a simple framework for problem solving:
'First, use your eyes and ears to notice what's happening around you,' she'd say with a warm smile. 'Then, use your brain to think about what it means. Finally, use your hands to do something about it.'
Notice. Think. Do.