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The Agentic Loop: Three loops in a trench coat
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Agent loops consist of three distinct components rather than a single loop, creating a more complex "agentic" experience for users. The discussion includes examples of pseudo-code to illustrate these concepts.
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- Praise: The pattern of three loops is a compelling framework that could help clarify the interaction between human input and AI processes.
- Praise: Commenters are actively engaging with the concept, indicating a thriving interest in refining AI models and their architectures.
- Concern: There's skepticism about the effectiveness of these loops for complex tasks, with one commenter noting that agents often reward hacks instead of delivering generalized solutions.
- Concern: Concerns about the loops being misrepresented in the diagram highlight a lack of consensus on the model's structure and functionality.