Technique Updated 2026-04
Multi-agent System
Definition
A multi-agent system coordinates multiple specialized AI agents that collaborate to solve complex problems.
See also in the glossary
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AI Agent
An AI agent is an autonomous system that uses an LLM to plan, decide and execute real tasks without human intervention at each step.
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AI Orchestration
AI orchestration coordinates multiple models, agents and tools in a unified workflow to accomplish complex tasks.
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Agentic AI
Agentic AI refers to AI systems that act proactively and autonomously, planning and executing tasks without waiting for instruction at each step.
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MCP (Model Context Protocol)
MCP is an open protocol that standardizes the connection between LLMs and external tools/data.
Tools that use multi-agent system
Frequently Asked Questions
Why multiple agents instead of one?
Like a team of specialists beats a generalist, specialized agents (one for research, one for code, one for analysis) produce better results than a single generalist agent.
How do agents communicate?
Via protocols like MCP, structured messages, or shared memory spaces. Each agent has its role and tools.
