Glossary

Tool Connector

A middleware or software component that enables communication and data transfer between an AI system and an external tool.

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Related terms

Tool Adapter

A software component that translates interface calls between external tools and an AI system for standardized execution.

API Wrapper

A software layer that simplifies interactions with an API by abstracting request handling, authentication, data transformation, and error management.

Integration Adapter

A software component that translates data formats, protocols, or interfaces between an AI application and an external system, enabling interoperability without requiring changes to either side of the integration.

Plugin Interface

A defined interface that allows plugins to extend an AI system with additional capabilities while conforming to expected integration contracts.

Connector

A software component that enables communication and data exchange between different systems, services, applications, or external resources.

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