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Optimize Agent Behavior

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Optimize Agent Behavior

This course is part of Google Cloud AI Agents: From Foundations to Enterprise Scale Specialization

Instructor: Google Cloud Training

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Writing sophisticated multi-section instructions
Creating consistent agent personalities
Implementing ethical boundaries
Using examples to guide behavior

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Assessments

4 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Google Cloud AI Agents: From Foundations to Enterprise Scale Specialization

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Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
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There are 5 modules in this course

You’ve built your first agent—now it’s time to take it further. In this course, you’ll advance your skills by learning how to turn a basic AI agent into a sophisticated, precise assistant—applying advanced instructions, model selection, planning capabilities, and structured output patterns.

This module transforms basic instructions into professional agent guidance systems. You’ll learn structured patterns for defining agent persona, role, boundaries, and communication style—turning simple prompts into sophisticated behavioral frameworks grounded in ADK best practices.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment

This module transforms unpredictable text responses into reliable, structured JSON output that systems can parse and use. You’ll learn how to use Pydantic schemas to enforce output format, making your agents production-ready for integration with applications, databases, and workflows.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment

This module empowers you to strategically select models and configure generation parameters for optimal performance. You’ll learn when to use Flash versus Pro models, how to set safety thresholds, and how to fine-tune temperature and token limits—transforming basic agents into production-optimized systems.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment

This module adds multi-step reasoning to your agents, transforming them from reactive responders into thoughtful problem-solvers. You’ll learn how to enable Gemini’s built-in thinking capabilities using BuiltInPlanner, allowing agents to plan their approach before executing—essential for complex, multi-step tasks.

What's included

2 readings1 assignment

Reading List

What's included

1 reading

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

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