What is an AI agent?

Think of it like this: an AI agent is a smart system that can act on its own. You give it a goal, and it figures out how to get there—no constant nudging required.

It watches what’s happening around it, makes decisions based on that input, and takes action. That “environment” might be physical (like a warehouse), digital (like a website), or a bit of both.

Some AI agents look like robots or drones. Others are just software—quietly working behind the scenes to get stuff done. Their look, tools, and how you interact with them depends on the job they’re built for.

The smarter ones don’t just follow a script. They learn. They test different options, see what works, and get better over time. That means they’re not just following orders—they’re adapting.

Once you give an agent a task, it runs with it. It doesn’t wait around for the next prompt. Depending on how advanced it is, it might check in with you now and then, or just keep going until it hits the target.