From the Back Cover
Build an Agent That Does the Work for You!
Sit back and let agents do your work! Build an intelligent agent -- an electronic "personal detective" for the Web -- to job hunt, bargain shop, sort e-mail, and perform all your Web tasks for you while you sleep, work, or play. This fun, one-of-a-kind book has the low-down on agent technology, from building agents step-by-step to customizing them for incredible results! Packed with hands-on lessons and the coolest agent-building software on CD, Creating Cool Intelligent Agents for the Net has everything you need to get your agents up and running quickly!
Learn the Ins and Outs of Intelligent Agents with Expert Tips & Techniques
- Learn how agents work and why they do more than just "fetch" information
- Learn step-by-step how to construct your own agents using WebEx, Teleport Pro, WebCompass, and other agent software
- Discover what an agent can do that ordinary search engines can't
- Train your agent to hunt for job leads for you
- Have your agent keep an eye on your competition and give you regular updates
"WebEx was my clear favorite among the three programs I tried and the easiest to set up."
Stephen Wildstrom, Business Week