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Autonomous Agent Framework

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An autonomous agent framework is a software architecture and supporting tooling that enables Artificial Intelligence (AI) or software agents to perceive context, make decisions, and execute actions independently within defined goals, rules, and constraints. Expanded Explanation 1. Technical Function and Core Characteristics An autonomous agent framework provides components for perception, decision-making, and actuation, often including modular interfaces to sensors, data sources, and external

Autonomous agent framework is a software architecture and tooling stack that organizes how AI or software agents perceive context, make decisions, and execute actions independently, enabling enterprises to design, govern, and integrate autonomous behaviors within existing data, security, and operations environments.

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