A Two-Dimensional Framework for AI Agent Design Patterns: Cognitive Function and Execution Topology

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Learn a 2D framework for designing AI agents with cognitive function and execution topology, enabling more nuanced architecture design

advanced Published 16 May 2026
Action Steps
  1. Identify the cognitive function of your AI agent using the framework's cognitive axis
  2. Determine the execution topology of your AI agent using the framework's execution axis
  3. Apply the 2D framework to design architecturally distinct AI agent systems
  4. Compare different AI agent architectures using the framework's two dimensions
  5. Use the framework to inform the development of LLM-based agents with diverse applications
Who Needs to Know This

AI engineers and researchers designing LLM-based agents will benefit from this framework to create more effective and efficient architectures, while product managers can use it to inform strategic decisions on AI system development

Key Insight

💡 A 2D framework combining cognitive function and execution topology enables more nuanced design of AI agent architectures

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