Introduction to Microsoft Foundry

In Introduction to Microsoft Foundry, Amelia Roberts introduces learners to Microsoft Foundry and the core concepts behind building AI agents in the Foundry ecosystem. This course is designed to help learners understand what Foundry is, how agents fit into the platform, and how tools, custom actions, grounding, and knowledge sources support more capable AI solutions. The focus is on giving learners a clear foundation before moving into a full agent build. Throughout the course, learners will explore how agents are structured, how Foundry IQ supports grounding and knowledge, and how publishing and governance fit into the agent lifecycle. Amelia also walks through tools and custom actions, helping learners understand how agents can move beyond conversation and take meaningful action. By the end, learners will have a practical understanding of Microsoft Foundry and how to start building, grounding, publishing, and governing AI agents.