Introduction
In today's digitalized world, automation is key to enhancing productivity and efficiency. One of the most powerful tools for achieving this goal are agents created by everyday business users in SharePoint and Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat. Building and managing these agents is an exciting and accessible way to enhance productivity and streamline processes without the need for extensive programming knowledge. By enabling users with no coding experience to create powerful agents, organizations can apply the collective knowledge and creativity of their entire workforce. Doing so not only accelerates the development of solutions but also fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. For instance, employees can automate document approvals, notifications, and data entry tasks, freeing up valuable time for more strategic activities.
In this module, you learn how to enhance your usage of Copilot Chat and SharePoint by building agents that can streamline processes and tasks. This module guides you through the foundational concepts and practical steps required to build and customize agents in each application. You begin by examining the components of an agent. It's important that you understand the essential fields that make up an agent, such as Instructions, Knowledge sources, and Starter Prompts.
Next, you explore how to create and manage agents within SharePoint and Copilot Chat. You then examine how to test and edit agents to ensure they meet your needs and provide accurate, consistent responses.
By the end of this module, you should have a comprehensive understanding of how to create agents in SharePoint and Copilot Chat that integrate seamlessly with other Microsoft services, offering a robust and efficient workflow experience. This knowledge should empower you to implement automation solutions that meet your specific business needs and enhance overall productivity.