A book that combines a technical explanation of agentic AI with the latest practical applications
In Autonomous Minds: How Agentic AI Predicts and Learns to Enable Productivity and Empowerment, technology leader Francisco Javier Campos Zabala delivers a comprehensive, first principles analysis of AI agents and their potentially transformative impact on society, business, and individual lives. The book helps non-technical readers make sense of the technological complexity of artificial intelligence and explains its current practical applications.
Campos Zabala offers a clear and accessible explanation of these new technologies, walking you through practical frameworks for implementing AI agents in business and personal contexts.
Inside the book:
- Expert insights from leading researchers and practitioners in AI
- Accessible introductions to the fundamentals of agentic AI, as well as advanced applications
- Hands-on guidance for professionals attempting to adapt to AI-driven change
Perfect for managers, executives, and other business leaders, Autonomous Minds is an essential guide for all professionals doing their best to make sense of new agentic AI technologies.
Acknowledgments xi
Introduction xiii
Part One: Foundations of the Agent Revolution
Chapter 1: The AI Revolution 2.0 3
Chapter 2: Understanding Agentic AI 27
Chapter 3: The Agent Architecture: How AI Thinks and Acts 55
Part Two: The Transforming World
Chapter 4: The Five Domains of Change 95
Chapter 5: The AI Agent Economy 129
Chapter 6: The Enterprise Revolution 171
Chapter 7: Personal and Professional Opportunities 205
Part Three: Navigating the Future
Chapter 8: The Global Impact 243
Chapter 9: Navigating Challenges 273
Chapter 10: Building Your AI Future 311
About the Author 343
Index 345
FRANCISCO JAVIER CAMPOS ZABALA is a technology leader with deep experience delivering innovative tech transformations in adtech, telco, financial services, and healthcare. He has more than 28 years experience in strategy, product, analytics, and technology consulting.
