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Builder Path - Beginner

A step-by-step learning path to build and deploy your first StackAI workflow.

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Beginner builder path

Build a basic workflow. Deploy it to end users. Troubleshoot common issues.

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Outcomes

By the end, you will be able to:

  • Build a workflow that runs end-to-end in the builder.

  • Pass data between nodes using inputs and outputs.

  • Add a knowledge base and retrieve context in a workflow.

  • Deploy a workflow as a Chat Assistant or Form.

  • Use run traces to debug failures.

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Quick jumps

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Learn the canvas Nodes, runs, publishing, and data flow.

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Get Started with Workflow Builder

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Build an agent end-to-end Follow a full deployment checklist.

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Deploying Your First Agent

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Wire data between nodes Define inputs, map variables, shape outputs.

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Knowledge bases (RAG) Add documents and retrieve relevant context.

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Deploy to users Chat, form, or API.

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Deploy with the Export View

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Debug your first run Traces, logs, and common failure modes.

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Troubleshoot a Workflow

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The path

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1) Orientation

Review the platform and builder workflow. Focus on node wiring, runs, and publishing.

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2) Build a tiny workflow

Build Input → LLM → Output. Run it with a few representative test inputs.

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3) Improve response consistency

Add structure to the LLM prompt. Use explicit instructions and an expected output format.

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4) Add a knowledge base (RAG)

Create a knowledge base from a small document set. Use it to retrieve relevant context during a run.

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5) Deploy and troubleshoot

Deploy to an interface. Use the run trace to identify failures and incorrect outputs.

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