Certainly! Azure OpenAI Assistants (Preview) provides a powerful platform for creating custom AI assistants tailored to your specific needs. These assistants can be augmented with advanced tools and functions, allowing you to build sophisticated copilot-like experiences. Let’s dive into the details:
- What Are Azure OpenAI Assistants?Assistants are custom AI models that leverage Azure OpenAI’s capabilities to respond to user queries.They can be instructed using custom instructions and are equipped with tools and knowledge to assist users effectively.
- Key Features of Assistants:Custom Instructions: You can define specific instructions for your assistant, tailoring its behavior to your requirements.Advanced Tools:Code Interpreter: Assistants can execute code snippets, making them handy for tasks involving programming or automation.Retrieval: Assistants can retrieve relevant information from various sources.Function Calling: You can define custom functions that your assistant can invoke.Components:Assistant: The AI model that interacts with users.Thread: A conversation session between the assistant and a user.Message: Text, images, or other files exchanged during a conversation.Run: Activation of the assistant to perform tasks based on the thread’s content.Run Step: Detailed steps taken by the assistant during a run.
- Supported File Types:Assistants can handle various file formats, including code files, documents, images, and more.For example:Code (.c, .cpp, .java, .py, etc.)Documents (.docx, .pdf, .pptx, etc.)Images (.jpeg, .png, .gif, etc.)
- Assistants Playground:Explore the capabilities of assistants in a no-code environment using the Assistants Playground.Test out different scenarios and interactions without writing any code.
- Getting Started:To create your own assistant, follow the in-depth walkthrough provided in the official documentation
