Introduction
In this module, you'll explore the landscape of building custom agent solutions and commercial generative AI applications using Microsoft technologies. As organizations seek to deliver unique user experiences, integrate with proprietary systems, or launch new AI-powered products, building custom agents becomes essential.
You'll learn how to compare and contrast the available tools and platforms for building custom agents, including Copilot Studio, the Teams SDK, the Microsoft 365 Agents SDK, Microsoft Agent Framework, Microsoft Foundry, and Foundry Agent Service.
Throughout this module, you'll discover:
- The core options for building custom agents and generative AI applications
- How to evaluate which approach best fits your business, technical, and user requirements
- The strengths and trade-offs of each tool and platform in the Microsoft ecosystem
By the end, you'll be equipped to choose the right development path for your custom agent or generative AI solution.