Ctrl+Alt+Azure 301 - A look at agentic workflows with n8n
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Jul 30, 2025 Discover the innovative world of n8n, a powerful tool for creating agentic workflows. The discussion highlights its user-friendly visual design, making automation accessible even to non-developers. Dive into comparisons with Microsoft solutions like Power Platform and Azure, and explore the vibrant community surrounding n8n. The hosts share insights on self-hosting versus cloud options and uncover the tool's versatility for workflow automation beyond the Microsoft ecosystem. Perfect for anyone looking to streamline their processes!
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Tobias’ Agentic Lawn Automation
- Tobias Zimmergren automates his garden watering based on measured moisture and weather predictions.
- He calls this setup 'agentic lawn care' because it independently manages gardening tasks.
Understanding Agentic Workflows
- Agentic workflows use AI capabilities to act autonomously triggered by events.
- These workflows can manage complex tasks by selecting appropriate tools or services to achieve goals.
Microsoft Tools for Agentic Workflows
- Different Microsoft tools enable agentic workflow building: Power Automate for orchestration, Azure Functions for custom logic, Azure OpenAI for reasoning.
- Combining these tools covers low code to pro code approaches for intelligent workflows within Microsoft ecosystems.