Agentic AI at UF
The University of Florida is committed to providing our community with cutting-edge AI tools that enhance teaching, learning and research. Our AI resources are designed to support students, faculty and staff in exploring new possibilities.
What is Agentic AI?
The most recent evolution in artificial intelligence is the introduction of agentic AI. Agentic AI, also referred to as “AI agents,” is a new class of AI systems that are semi- or fully autonomous. AI agents are empowered to take action on behalf of you and can be integrated with other software systems to complete tasks independently.
Safely Working with Agentic AI
In accordance with the UF’s Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Policy, all individuals using AI systems in connection with university activities must adhere to all applicable UF regulations, policies and guidelines, and are limited to using AI systems approved through UF’s Integrated Risk Management (IRM) process.
Visit Fast Path Solutions (FPS) to view the list of pre-assessed software and hardware solutions maintained by UF Information Technology’s IRM team. Faculty, staff and students can use products listed on FPS without additional administrative or compliance review, depending on the data classification.
Agentic AI Coding Tools
One important branch of agentic AI is agentic coding, where AI tools can assist with activities such as code generation, software prototyping, developer support, and other technical workflows
UFIT is evaluating solutions for agentic coding and has identified Opencode and Pi that can be used in conjunction with the NaviGator AI Toolkit, as both tools are considered for FPS.
Training Opportunities
UFIT is developing a series of workshops and training materials, including videos and documentation, to help faculty, staff, and students navigate the new space of AI tools and agents. If you're interested in getting started with agentic coding on NaviGator AI Toolkit, you may watch the recording below:
- Agentic Coding with NaviGator AI Toolkit workshop
- Presenter: Nick Cecere, UFIT System Admin/Programmer V
- Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
The fundamental difference is that traditional software is explicitly programmed with step-by-step rules, while AI is trained on data to recognize patterns and make its own decisions.
Check the Fast Path Solutions list maintained by the UFIT Information Security Office’s Integrated Risk Management team.
AI tools and agentic AI do not operate under the same restrictions as traditional software. While traditional software operates on rigid, predictable rules, AI relies on patterns. This makes its behavior, accuracy and security much harder to control. AI agents may have guardrail, but these guardrails cannot prevent an AI agent from completing an action.
UFIT’s AI and Platform Engineering team supports NaviGator AI.
UFIT Research Computing assists UF faculty and campus research consulting.
UFIT’s AI2 Center can answer general questions about AI and AI tools.
If you’re seeking new agentic AI solutions for learning, teaching or research, please reach out to us directly by emailing ai@ufl.edu.