LangChain is a popular open-source framework to build applications that integrate LLMs with external data sources like APIs, databases, or custom knowledge bases. Erick joins the podcast to talk about what inspired the creation of LangChain, agentic flows vs. chained flows, emerging patterns of agentic AI design, and much more. Currently, Sean is an AI Entrepreneur in Residence at Confluent where he works on AI strategy and thought leadership.