Topics:

• Python for Agent Development

  Advanced Python Concepts (OOP, Async, Decorators)

  Data Structures for Agents (Queues, Graphs, Trees)

  Essential Libraries (NumPy, Pandas, AsyncIO)

  Design Patterns for Agents

  Development Best Practices

• Software Engineering for Agents

  Clean Code Principles

  Unit Testing with Pytest

  Version Control with Git

  API Development Basics

  Documentation and Type Hints

Topics:

• Machine Learning Essentials

  Supervised and Unsupervised Learning

  Classification and Regression

  Model Training and Evaluation

  Feature Engineering

  Model Deployment Basics

• NLP and LLM Foundations

  Text Processing and Tokenization

  Embeddings and Vector Representations

  Transformer Architecture Basics

  Prompt Engineering Principles

  Context Windows and Memory

Topics:

• Agent Fundamentals

  What Makes a System an Agent

  Types of Agents (Reflex, Goal-Based, Learning)

  Agent vs Traditional AI Systems

  Agent Environments and Properties

  History and Evolution of Agents

• Core Agent Components

  Perception Module

  Knowledge Base and Memory

  Reasoning Engine

  Planning Module

  Action and Learning Modules

Topics:

• Classical Architectures

  BDI (Belief-Desire-Intention) Architecture

  Layered and Subsumption Architectures

  Blackboard Systems

  Cognitive Architectures (SOAR, ACT-R)

  Reactive vs Deliberative Agents

• Modern Agent Patterns

  LLM-Based Agent Architectures

  Chain-of-Thought Agents

  ReAct Pattern Implementation

  Tool-Augmented Agents

  Hybrid Neuro-Symbolic Agents

Topics:

• Knowledge Representation

  Symbolic Representations

  Semantic Networks and Frames

  Knowledge Graphs

  Ontologies

  Vector Databases for Agents

• Memory Architectures

  Working Memory Design

  Long-term Memory Storage

  Episodic and Semantic Memory

  Memory Retrieval Mechanisms

  Context Management

Topics:

• LangChain Fundamentals

  Chains and Sequential Processing

  Agent Types in LangChain

  Tools and Tool Integration

  Memory Systems

  Callbacks and Output Parsers

• Advanced LangChain Development

  Custom Agent Creation

  Hierarchical Agent Systems

  Multi-Agent Conversations

  Production Features (Streaming, Async)

  Performance Optimization

Topics:

• Graph-Based Agent Design

  Graph Architecture (Nodes, Edges)

  State Management and Transitions

  Conditional Routing and Control Flow

  Checkpointing and Persistence

  Parallel Execution Patterns

• Advanced LangGraph Patterns

  Multi-Agent Graphs

  Human-in-the-Loop Workflows

  Distributed Graph Execution

  Real-time Updates and Streaming

  Production Deployment

Topics:

• Building Agent Crews

  Agent Definition and Roles

  Task Management and Dependencies

  Crew Orchestration

  Tool Assignment

  Result Aggregation

• Advanced CrewAI Systems

  Hierarchical Crews

  Dynamic Agent Creation

  Self-Organizing Teams

  Performance Optimization

  Production Features

Topics:

• Microsoft AutoGen

  Conversable Agents

  User Proxy and Assistant Agents

  Group Chat Management

  Code Execution Capabilities

  Teachable Agents

• Other Framework Ecosystems

  AutoGPT Architecture

  BabyAGI Concepts

  Semantic Kernel

  OpenAI Assistants API

  Custom Framework Development

Topics:

• MCP Architecture

  Protocol Components

  Server and Client Development

  Resource Management

  Tool Definitions

  Context Window Management

• MCP Implementation

  Building MCP Servers

  Client Integration

  Protocol Extensions

  Security Considerations

  Cross-Framework Compatibility

Topics:

• Classical Reasoning

  Propositional and First-Order Logic

  Probabilistic Reasoning

  Case-Based Reasoning

  Analogical Reasoning

  Temporal and Fuzzy Logic

• Inference Mechanisms

  Forward and Backward Chaining

  Resolution and Unification

  Bayesian Networks

  Markov Decision Processes

  Belief Propagation

Topics:

• Prompt-Based Reasoning

  Chain-of-Thought (CoT)

  Tree-of-Thoughts (ToT)

  Graph-of-Thoughts (GoT)

  Self-Consistency Methods

  Least-to-Most Prompting

• Advanced LLM Techniques

  ReAct Framework Implementation

  Reflexion Method

  Self-Ask Approach

  Tool-Augmented Reasoning

  Meta-Reasoning Strategies

Topics:

• Classical Planning

  State Space Search (A*, BFS, DFS)

  Hierarchical Task Networks (HTN)

  Temporal Planning

  Partial-Order Planning

  Constraint Satisfaction

• Modern Planning Approaches

  Reinforcement Learning for Planning

  LLM-Based Planning

  Contingency Planning

  Multi-Objective Planning

  Adaptive Replanning

Topics:

• Decision Theory

  Utility Theory

  Multi-Criteria Decision Making

  Decision Trees and Networks

  Risk Assessment

  Uncertainty Quantification

• Strategic Decision Making

  Game Theory Basics

  Nash Equilibrium

  Mechanism Design

  Auction Theory

  Negotiation Strategies

Topics:

• Agent Learning Methods

  Supervised Learning for Agents

  Reinforcement Learning

  Imitation Learning

  Transfer Learning

  Meta-Learning

• Continuous Improvement

  Online Learning

  Active Learning

  Curriculum Learning

  Self-Supervised Learning

  Lifelong Learning Systems

Topics:

• Communication Protocols

  Message Passing Systems

  FIPA-ACL and KQML

  Publish-Subscribe Patterns

  Blackboard Communication

  Natural Language Protocols

• Information Exchange

  Semantic Communication

  Ontology Alignment

  Information Fusion

  Gossip Protocols

  Broadcast and Multicast

Topics:

• Coordination Strategies

  Contract Net Protocol

  Auction Mechanisms

  Market-Based Coordination

  Voting Systems

  Consensus Protocols

• Synchronization

  Time Synchronization

  Action Coordination

  State Synchronization

  Distributed Locks

  Barrier Synchronization

Topics:

• Team Formation

  Dynamic Team Building

  Role Assignment

  Capability Matching

  Coalition Formation

  Team Optimization

• Collective Problem Solving

  Task Allocation

  Load Balancing

  Resource Sharing

  Joint Planning

  Emergent Behaviors

Topics:

• Negotiation Systems

  Bilateral Negotiation

  Multi-Party Negotiation

  Bargaining Strategies

  Compromise Algorithms

  Win-Win Solutions

• Dispute Management

  Mediation Mechanisms

  Arbitration Protocols

  Priority Systems

  Conflict Prevention

  Trust and Reputation

Topics:

• Swarm Algorithms

  Ant Colony Optimization

  Particle Swarm Optimization

  Bee Colony Algorithms

  Flocking Behaviors

  Stigmergic Coordination

• Self-Organization

  Emergent Patterns

  Decentralized Control

  Adaptive Networks

  Evolution Strategies

  Collective Learning

Topics:

• Development Environment

  IDE Setup and Extensions

  Debugging Tools for Agents

  Profiling and Performance Analysis

  Version Control Strategies

  CI/CD for Agent Systems

• Testing Methodologies

  Unit Testing Agents

  Integration Testing

  Behavior Testing

  Performance Testing

  Simulation Environments

Topics:

• Security Implementation

  Authentication and Authorization

  Encryption Methods

  Secure Communication

  Prompt Injection Prevention

  Audit Logging

• Safety and Alignment

  Goal Alignment

  Safety Constraints

  Emergency Stops

  Ethical Guidelines

  Bias Detection and Mitigation

Topics:

• Infrastructure Setup

  Containerization with Docker

  Kubernetes Orchestration

  Serverless Deployment

  Edge Computing

  Hybrid Cloud Strategies

• API Development

  RESTful API Design

  GraphQL Implementation

  WebSocket Support

  gRPC Services

  API Gateway Management

Topics:

• Scaling Strategies

  Horizontal and Vertical Scaling

  Auto-scaling Policies

  Load Balancing

  Circuit Breakers

  Resource Optimization

• Performance Optimization

  Caching Strategies

  Query Optimization

  Async Processing

  Batch Processing

  Cost Management

Topics:

• Observability

  Metrics Collection

  Log Aggregation

  Distributed Tracing

  Performance Dashboards

  Alert Systems

• Operational Excellence

  Incident Management

  Disaster Recovery

  Backup Strategies

  Version Management

  Documentation Standards

Topics:

• Enterprise Platforms

  CRM Integration (Salesforce, HubSpot)

  ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)

  Business Intelligence Tools

  Workflow Automation

  Document Management Systems

• Communication Channels

  Email Integration

  Slack/Teams Bots

  Voice Assistants

  SMS/WhatsApp Integration

  Web Widgets and Chatbots

Topics:

• Data Pipelines

  ETL/ELT Processes

  Real-time Data Sync

  Batch Processing

  Change Data Capture

  Stream Processing

• Database Systems

  SQL Database Integration

  NoSQL Solutions

  Vector Databases

  Graph Databases

  Data Warehousing

Topics:

• Regulatory Compliance

  GDPR Requirements

  HIPAA Compliance

  SOC 2 Standards

  ISO Certifications

  Industry Regulations

• Governance Framework

  Policy Management

  Access Controls

  Audit Trails

  Change Management

  Risk Assessment

Topics:

• Vertical Solutions

  Financial Services Agents

  Healthcare Automation

  Retail and E-commerce

  Manufacturing and Supply Chain

  Education and Training

• Horizontal Solutions

  Customer Service Automation

  HR and Recruitment

  Marketing Automation

  Sales Enablement

  IT Operations

Topics:

• Specialized Agents

  Research Assistants

  Code Generation Agents

  Data Analysis Agents

  Content Creation Agents

  Trading and Investment Agents

• Future Directions

  AGI Considerations

  Quantum Computing Integration

  Brain-Computer Interfaces

  Robotics Integration

  Emerging Technologies