Part 5/12:
Tooling and API Considerations
Failures in tool invocation—such as malformed JSON outputs, timeouts, or inconsistent responses—are common pitfalls. Asynchronous API calls, token limits, and error handling require careful planning to prevent system breakdowns under load.
Scaling and Performance
Switching from a handful of users to thousands necessitates:
Vertical and horizontal scaling: Choosing appropriate deployment strategies like microservices, load balancers, and regional deployments.
Rate limits: Managing API quotas (e.g., token limits, API call caps) becomes critical.
Latency minimization: Optimizing response times often involves deploying agents closer to users and caching results.