Large Language Model-Based Autonomous Agents

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© 2024 by IJCTT Journal
Volume-72 Issue-5
Year of Publication : 2024
Authors : Prerak Garg, Divya Beeram
DOI :  10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V72I5P118

How to Cite?

Prerak Garg, Divya Beeram, "Large Language Model-Based Autonomous Agents ," International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology, vol. 72, no. 5, pp. 151-162, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V72I5P118

Abstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents represent a significant paradigm shift, offering novel methodologies to enhance efficiency and productivity across functions and industries. This study introduces a novel architectural framework for AI agents, with a focus on leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), such as OpenAI’s GPT-4, to create a foundation for advanced autonomous functionality. The architecture is designed to enhance the adaptability, efficiency, and intelligence of AI agents across various domains, with software development serving as a primary case study. The framework delineates critical components including the integration mechanism for LLMs, task execution protocols, continuous learning processes, and interaction models, aiming to facilitate the seamless incorporation of AI agents into complex environments. By applying this framework within a software development context, the research demonstrates significant improvements: a 50% reduction in debugging time, a 75% decrease in version control conflicts, and a 35% increase in coding standards compliance. These outcomes not only validate the framework’s effectiveness in real-world applications but also underscore its potential to revolutionize the capabilities of AI agents beyond software development. The proposed architecture promises to empower AI agents with a higher degree of autonomy and intelligence, making them invaluable assets in tackling diverse challenges. The implications of this work are vast, setting a new benchmark for AI agent design and deployment and opening avenues for future research and development in AI-driven innovations.

Keywords
AI Agents, AI-enabled Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Agents, LLM Agents.

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