Build an initial agent
About this guide
Scenario
In this lab, you will:
- Create and name a copilot
- Add description for what the agent should do
- Configure Generative AI answers
What You Will Learn
- How to create an agent using natural language
- How to configure Generative AI answers for an agent
High-Level Lab Steps
- Create a new agent
- Tell your agent what its primary purpose is and how it should act
- Add Generative AI instructions
Tasks and Job Skills
Exercise 1 - Create agent
- Task 1.1 – Microsoft Copilot Studio portal
- Task 1.2 – Create an agent
Exercise 2 - Add Generative AI answers
- Task 2.1 – Enable Generative AI answers
- Task 2.2 – Add a knowledge source
The Cloudguides in this series provide valuable skills related to building AI agents that will be in high demand across various industries for years to come.
Career Connections
As AI and conversational AI become increasingly important, professionals with expertise in building and managing agents are highly sought after. The skills developed in this series can help you to accomplish new things in the role you are in today, or position you to pursue more specialized roles, such as Copilot Developer, Conversational AI Engineer, Power Platform Developer, AI Specialist, and Business Analyst (with AI focus).
To put that in perspective, as of 2025, comparable starting salaries for roles like Conversational AI Engineer, Power Platform Developer, and AI Specialist range from $80,000 to $106,465, with AI Specialists earning up to $128,396 after five years. Please note that these figures are approximate, derived from online sources, and can vary based on factors such as location, industry, and company size.
