This session is part of the 2025-2026 Generative AI tutorial series hosted by the Michigan Institute for Data & AI in Society (MIDAS)About: This session introduces the basics of generative AI agents in a hands-on, beginner-friendly format. Participants will learn what an agent is, how it works, and how to build a simple agent using guided examples. No prior experience with AI or coding is required, and the focus is on practical understanding rather than technical detail.