AI models and agents

Vector database

Also known as: vector database

A system storing and searching vector representations with associated data.

A practical example

An application selects documentation passages similar to a question.

What should I know?

A database does not turn unverified content into reliable knowledge automatically.

AI models and agents in practice

A model processes information; the application defines tools and permissions. Reliable answers require good sources and verification. Actions involving accounts, content, and orders must stay within the granted scope.

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Related terms

EmbeddingA numerical representation of content used for similarity comparisons and other model tasks.RetrievalSelecting documents or passages needed to handle a query.ChunkingDividing material into sections for retrieval or model processing.

Documentation and further reading

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