AI GLOSSARY · APPS & AUTOMATION
AI agent
A system where a model plans steps and uses tools (search, code, APIs) to complete a goal with some autonomy.
Example
An agent that researches suppliers, drafts emails and waits for approval.
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APPS & AUTOMATIONWorkflow automationConnecting apps so tasks run automatically when something happens.APPS & AUTOMATIONChatbotA program that holds a conversation, from simple FAQ bots to LLM assistants.APPS & AUTOMATIONCopilotAn AI assistant built into a tool to help as you work, such as code or document suggestions.APPS & AUTOMATIONWebhookA URL that receives automatic messages from another service when an event happens.APPS & AUTOMATIONNo-codeBuilding apps or automations with visual tools instead of writing code.APPS & AUTOMATIONServerlessRunning code without managing servers; the platform runs it on demand.