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This layered abstraction enables natural, conversational interactions and supports complex workflows—ranging from hierarchical to decentralized communication patterns—building what could resemble a sophisticated operating system tailored for AI.
Automation and the Evolving Role of Agents
Chi highlights that Autogen’s architecture is rooted in automation philosophy: replacing detailed instructions with vague, high-level goals and allowing agents to decompose, plan, and execute tasks autonomously. This mirrors human workflows—starting with simple automations, then gradually reducing human involvement as systems prove reliable.
He underscores that effective automation depends on:
- Decomposing complex tasks into manageable subtasks.