Introduction to Building AI Agents (MS-4014)

Build a foundation for developing AI agents and extending Microsoft 365 Copilot using Microsoft's agent development ecosystem.

 In this one-day course, you'll explore the architecture of Microsoft 365 Copilot, AI agent fundamentals, and the technologies available for extending Copilot experiences. You'll compare Microsoft Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, and the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit, learning when to use low-code and pro-code development approaches for different business scenarios.

 You'll also explore Microsoft Graph connectors, plugins, and agents, gaining an understanding of how each extensibility option enhances Microsoft 365 Copilot. Through demonstrations and hands-on exercises, you'll build the foundational knowledge needed to evaluate Microsoft agent development technologies and select the appropriate extensibility approach for your organization's needs.

Introduction to Building AI Agents (MS-4014) Benefits

• In this course, you will: 

  After completing this course, you will be able to:
  •    Describe Microsoft 365 Copilot architecture and AI agent fundamentals
  •    Compare Microsoft Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, and the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit
  •    Evaluate low-code and pro-code approaches for extending Microsoft 365 Copilot
  •    Identify extensibility options, including agents, plugins, and Microsoft Graph connectors
  •    Select the appropriate extensibility approach based on business requirements
  •    Understand how Microsoft 365 Copilot extensions are managed and deployed

  Audience

  This course is designed for:
  •    Microsoft 365 Developers
  •    AI Engineers
  •    Application Developers
  •    Solution Architects
  •    Microsoft 365 Administrators
  •    Technical Professionals interested in extending Microsoft 365 Copilot

  Prerequisites

  Students should have:
  •    A basic understanding of Microsoft 365 services
  •    Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Copilot concepts
  •    Experience with application development concepts is recommended but not required

Introduction to Building AI Agents (MS-4014) Course Outline

Learning Objectives

Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI Agents

• Describe Microsoft 365 Copilot architecture
• Explore AI agent fundamentals
• Understand Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility concepts

 Explore Microsoft Agent Development Options

• Compare Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Compare Microsoft Foundry
• Explore the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit
• Evaluate low-code and pro-code development approaches

 Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot

• Understand Microsoft Graph connectors
• Explore plugins for Microsoft 365 Copilot
• Understand AI agents and extensibility options
• Select the appropriate development approach for business scenarios

 Manage and Deploy Microsoft 365 Copilot Extensions

• Manage Microsoft 365 Copilot extensions
• Deploy and administer extensibility solutions
• Review real-world scenarios and best practices