Beyond the Prompt: Projects, Skills, MCP, and AI Agents

AI is rapidly advancing beyond simple prompts and chatbot interactions, transforming how organizations build intelligent tools and automate complex workflows.

In this session, Steve Anderson will break down four foundational concepts driving today’s most powerful AI applications: Projects , Skills , the Model Context Protocol (MCP) , and AI Agents .

Attendees will gain a clear understanding of what each concept is, why it matters, and how these components work together to create scalable, context‑aware AI systems.

The session will highlight real-world use cases, practical demonstrations, and guidance on where each capability can be applied to enhance productivity, streamline operations, and unlock new AI-driven experiences.

Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or looking to deepen your technical understanding, this session will equip you with the knowledge needed to navigate the next generation of AI tools with confidence.