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April 21, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made rapid progress in recent years. From language models that generate human-like text to image recognition systems that analyze complex scenes, the possibilities seem limitless. But experts agree: the next big leap in AI development requires a paradigm shift. Away from purely learning from human-generated data, towards agents that learn independently through interaction with their environment.
Current AI models, especially large language models, are primarily based on training with vast amounts of text and image data created by humans. These models can achieve impressive results, but reach their limits when it comes to tasks that go beyond reproducing what they have learned. This is because human knowledge is limited and does not cover all aspects of the world. Furthermore, the training data reflects human biases and errors, which the AI adopts.
A promising approach to overcome the limitations of data-driven learning is the development of AI agents. These agents operate in an environment and learn through the consequences of their actions. Similar to humans and animals, they gather experience and adjust their behavior accordingly. This approach, known as Reinforcement Learning (RL), enables AI to independently develop new strategies and solve complex problems without relying on pre-defined solutions.
The shift to learning agents represents a fundamental change in AI development. Instead of working with static datasets, the agents interact dynamically with their environment. They receive feedback on their actions and continuously optimize their behavior. This process of continuous learning enables the AI to adapt to new situations and find innovative solutions.
The development of learning agents brings new challenges. It is necessary to develop robust algorithms that allow AI to learn from its experiences and adapt its behavior effectively. At the same time, new opportunities are opening up for the application of AI in areas such as medicine, education, and research. AI agents could, for example, create personalized learning plans, support medical diagnoses, or conduct scientific experiments.
With the increasing autonomy of AI agents, the need to develop mechanisms for control and governance also increases. It is important to ensure that the agents act in accordance with human values and goals. However, the continuous interaction with the environment also offers the opportunity to guide the AI through feedback and correct undesirable behaviors.
The development of AI agents that learn through experience is a promising way to overcome the limitations of data-driven learning. This approach allows AI to independently develop new skills and solve complex problems. The era of experience has begun and promises a future in which AI agents will play an increasingly important role in our lives.
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