Agent Flows
Automate complex business processes and workflows in AINexLayer using visual workflow builders, custom logic, and integration capabilities.
Overview
Agent Flow in AINexLayer enables you to create sophisticated, automated processes that can handle complex business logic, integrate with external systems, and execute multi-step operations without manual intervention.
Workflow Concepts
What is a Workflow?
Automated Process: Series of automated steps and decisions
Business Logic: Encodes business rules and processes
Integration Points: Connects with external systems and APIs
Error Handling: Manages errors and exceptions
Monitoring: Tracks workflow execution and performance
Workflow Types
Document Processing: Automated document analysis and processing
Customer Onboarding: Automated customer setup processes
Content Management: Automated content creation and management
Data Processing: Automated data transformation and analysis
Notification Workflows: Automated communication and alerts
Workflow Builder
Visual Workflow Designer
Drag-and-Drop Interface: Visual workflow creation
Pre-built Components: Ready-to-use workflow components
Custom Logic: Add custom business logic
Testing Environment: Test workflows before deployment
Version Control: Track workflow changes and versions
Workflow Components
Input Components
Document Input: Process uploaded documents
User Input: Collect user information
API Input: Receive data from external APIs
Scheduled Input: Trigger workflows on schedule
Event Input: Respond to system events
Processing Components
AI Analysis: Use AI for content analysis
Data Transformation: Transform and process data
Conditional Logic: Make decisions based on conditions
Loop Processing: Repeat operations
Parallel Processing: Execute multiple operations simultaneously
Output Components
Document Generation: Create new documents
Notification: Send emails, messages, or alerts
API Calls: Send data to external systems
Database Updates: Update databases
File Operations: Create, update, or delete files
Creating Agent Flow
Step 1: Open the Agent Builder
Go to Settings → Agents on your deployed server.
Click on “Create Flow” or “Open Builder” under the Agent Flows section.
This will open the Agent Builder interface.
Step 2: Understand the Builder Layout
When the builder opens, you’ll see three default blocks:
Flow Information – Add the name and description of your flow.
Flow Variables (Start) – Define variables to store and share data across blocks.
Flow Complete (Finish) – Marks the end of the flow.
Step 3: Add New Blocks
Click the “+” button between blocks to add actions. You can choose from these block types:
API Call – Connect to external APIs.
LLM Instruction – Send data to the AI for processing.
Web Scraping – Extract text or HTML from web pages.
Step 4: Configure Each Block
For API Call Block:
Enter the API URL.
Select the method (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
Add headers or body parameters if needed.
Specify a response variable to store the output.
For LLM Instruction Block:
Write a clear instruction or prompt.
Set a result variable to save the AI’s response.
Choose whether to display the result directly.
For Web Scraping Block:
Enter the website URL.
Choose whether to capture as Text or HTML.
Add a CSS selector if you want specific content.
Set a result variable for storing the data.
Step 5: Arrange the Flow
Drag blocks to change their order.
Expand or collapse them for better view.
Remove unnecessary blocks anytime.
Step 6: Save the Flow
Click Save on the top-right corner.
Make sure:
The flow has a name and description.
All required fields are filled correctly.
After saving, a success message appears and the flow gets a unique ID.
Step 7: Manage and Reuse Flows
Use the dropdown at the top to view all saved flows.
Click any flow name to open and edit it.
Use New Flow to start a fresh one.
Step 8: Best Practices
Keep flow names clear and meaningful.
Use variables like
{{api_result}}to pass data between blocks.Test each block one by one before finalizing.
Always handle errors in API or scraping steps
⚙️ Agent flow streamlines complex business processes and reduces manual work. Create sophisticated workflows that integrate with your existing systems and automate repetitive tasks.
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