Research & Proof of Concept for Python-Based AI Agent Migration
Conducted research and developed multiple Proof of Concepts (POCs) to evaluate Microsoft's newly released Agent Framework (MAF) as part of an enterprise AI modernization initiative. The project focused on assessing framework capabilities, validating Python compatibility, and exploring orchestration patterns for migrating an existing .NET-based AI solution.
The existing enterprise AI application was built on a .NET-based architecture. Before investing in a migration to Python and Microsoft's new Agent Framework, the engineering team needed to evaluate compatibility, understand the framework's capabilities, and identify the best architecture for future AI agent development.
The Microsoft Agent Framework had only recently been released, with limited documentation, examples, and community support. Agent orchestration was also a new area for me, requiring extensive research to understand workflow design, multi-agent communication, observability, and enterprise integration patterns before building working prototypes.
DevUI Integration
"This project introduced me to modern AI agent orchestration and reinforced the importance of research-driven engineering. I learned how to rapidly evaluate emerging technologies, design experimental prototypes, and communicate technical findings that help guide architectural decisions. It also deepened my understanding of LLM orchestration, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), observability, and enterprise AI solution design."