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Genie Agent

Enhanced features for data interaction and management.

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What it does

The Genie Agent, previously known as Genie Space, now includes a sample data tab for context, text answer summaries in the API, and curated starter questions for Research Agent mode. Additionally, space managers can manage user feedback and re-run queries with their credentials, while the maximum character limit for example SQL titles has been increased to 1024 characters.

Why it matters

These updates enhance user experience by providing clearer context and improved interaction with data, ultimately leading to better decision-making. The ability to manage feedback and run queries with different credentials increases productivity and collaboration among data teams.

Key capabilities
Sample Data Tab
Users can view sample data to understand the context behind a Genie Agent.
Text Answer Summaries
The API now returns text answer summaries for enhanced clarity.
Research Agent Starter Questions
Curated starter questions are available to guide users in Research Agent mode.
Space Manager Feedback Management
Space managers can update user feedback and re-run queries using their own credentials.
Prerequisites
Unity Catalog must be enabled and data registered.
Users need CAN USE permission on a pro or serverless SQL warehouse.
Users must have SELECT privileges on the data used in the agent.
Recommended use cases
Data analysts can create Genie Agents to facilitate data queries for business users.Space managers can utilize feedback management to improve agent responses.Business users can leverage starter questions to efficiently interact with data.
Limitations · remember
!Each Genie Agent can support up to 10,000 conversations.
!Each conversation can include up to 10,000 messages.
!Users must have appropriate permissions to access Genie Agents.
Architecture
Genie Agent → Unity Catalog → SQL Warehouse → Data Sources
Get started
1
Create Genie Agent
Click 'Genie Agents' in the sidebar and select 'New' to start.
2
Add Data Sources
Choose the data sources to include in your Genie Agent.
3
Configure Settings
Customize the agent settings including title and default warehouse.
4
Review Suggested Queries
Review and accept or reject suggested queries for the agent.
5
Share Agent
Share the Genie Agent with users by setting appropriate permissions.
Key takeaway
The Genie Agent enhancements improve data interaction and management, fostering better collaboration and decision-making.
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