The article discusses how agentic AI is reshaping the analytics stack by taking over more execution tasks. It raises the question of which responsibilities should remain with human analysts versus AI agents and explores the importance of this distinction. The piece highlights the evolving role of AI in analytics and the need to define clear boundaries between human and machine work.
The article titled "Is Agentic AI Just Automation?" argues that many so‑called agents are merely flowcharts in disguise. It explains why this misconception exists and suggests what kinds of systems should be built instead to achieve true agentic AI.
The article revisits the author’s 2016 IBM patent on real‑time concert feedback, framing it as an early example of an AI agent that combines multimodal perception, memory‑grounded inference, and human interaction. It reflects on what the patent captured correctly and how a decade of experience informs current agent design practices.
How to set the rules that keep agents effective and out of trouble The post What AI Agents Should Never Do on Their Own appeared first on Towards Data Science .
What our over-dependence on external consulting teaches us about delegating our minds to machines The post The Big Con of Agentic AI appeared first on Towards Data Science .
One near miss, four months of running agents, and the question almost nobody is asking: what are you supposed to do while the AI writes the code? The post AI Made Me 5x Faster. It Also Made Me 5x Wors...
The analytics career I signed up for five years ago doesn't exist anymore, and honestly, I am fine with that. The post How I’m Making Sure My Analytics Career Doesn’t Get Eaten by AI appeared first on Towards Data Science .
Map AI value, design workflows, redefine talent, upgrade the executive team, and measure the business impact. The post Redesign Work Before You Add More AI Agents appeared first on Towards Data Science .
The article "How to Work with AI Coding Agents" offers a practical guide aimed at improving code quality rather than merely increasing quantity. It focuses on strategies and best practices for effectively collaborating with AI coding tools to produce better code. The post was originally published on Towards Data Science.
For years, web agents have worked one click at a time—and often fallen apart on long tasks. Microsoft Research’s Webwright makes a different bet: give the model a terminal and let it write the program instead.
The article titled "Build Your First AI Agent with One Tool Call" introduces beginners to AI agents, presenting the first part of a series. It focuses on the foundational steps required to create an AI agent using a single tool call. The post is published on Towards Data Science and serves as an introductory guide for newcomers to the field.
The article titled "Your Agent Doesn't Need More Freedom" discusses how agents have become proficient, but the real challenge lies in the surrounding environment. It highlights that the focus should shift from granting agents additional autonomy to addressing the complexities that exist around them. The piece underscores the importance of improving the context in which agents operate rather than simply increasing their freedom.