Down to Earth: Demystifying Agentic AI

# Down to Earth: Building AI Agents from the Ground Up

AI is rapidly evolving beyond simple chatbots and prompts. The next frontier is AI agents: intelligent systems capable of reasoning, using tools, and executing complex workflows with increasing autonomy.
But what does it actually take to build one?

Join RVA Data Enthusiasts as we welcome Peter Quan, creator of EarthaPro and Aretic, for an engaging exploration of agentic AI, from foundational concepts to real-world applications.

Drawing on his experience developing EarthaPro, Peter will break down the building blocks of sophisticated AI agents, walk through a practical example, and provide a behind-the-scenes look at the agentic architecture he uses to develop AI-powered solutions.

What We'll Cover:

• AI Agents 101: Explore the foundational concepts, components, and architecture behind sophisticated AI agents.
• Building Your First Agent: Walk through a practical example demonstrating how these concepts come together to create an intelligent agent.
• Behind the Scenes of EarthaPro: Get a bird's-eye view of the agentic harness Peter developed to build EarthaPro and continues to leverage in his work.
• The Future of AI: Explore where artificial intelligence is headed and how increasingly capable agents could transform industries and everyday workflows.
• AI Safety and Responsible Innovation: Take a balanced look at the opportunities, risks, and challenges surrounding AI, including the importance of building safe and responsible systems.

While the possibilities of AI are exciting, its rapid advancement also raises important questions. Peter will share his optimistic perspective on the future of AI while addressing the legitimate concerns and challenges that come with this transformative technology.

Join us for an evening of learning, discussion, and networking with Richmond's data and AI community!