Agentic systems begin with clear purpose and boundaries before any code is written. This module teaches how to create executable intent specifications (intent.yaml) that define measurable success criteria and non-negotiable boundaries. You'll then architect cognition through reasoning blueprints that specify decision flows, guardrails, and escalation paths in machine-readable formats.

The Build Loop transforms these specifications into implemented intelligence with embedded evidence generation. You'll learn structured logging for reasoning traces, integration patterns for validation hooks, and memory management for context handling. Every implementation decision must leave audit trails that connect back to the original intent and design.