Agenda

An Agent Walks Into a Bar... and Meets Another Agent: Multi-Agent Systems in Action

AI Stage — 45 minutes AI Systems AI Agents

In the world of AI, a single agent can accomplish a lot—but what happens when multiple agents enter the scene? This session is your ultimate guide to understanding multi-agent systems (MAS), the key to building scalable, intelligent, and collaborative AI solutions. We'll break down the core distinctions between single-agent and multi-agent architectures, explore real-world applications, and dive into the complexities of agent interaction, coordination, and fault tolerance. Whether you're designing autonomous trading bots, smart logistics networks, or AI-driven simulations, this talk will give you a solid foundation in MAS and its transformative potential. Get ready for a deep dive into the tech that’s reshaping AI collaboration!- Why one “super agent” quickly gets overwhelmed- How specialized agents working together outperform a jack-of-all-trades- The five orchestration patterns (Sequential, Concurrent, Group Chat, Handoff, Magnetic) that make multi-agent systems effective in real-world use cases- Where this is heading: emergent behaviors, cross-domain teams, and self-healing systems- How to start building your multi-agent systems Read More...

• Maxim Salnikov [AI Dev Tools & Platforms Solution Engineer — Microsoft]