How-To Guides

Step-by-step instructions for common tasks. Each guide assumes you have protoLabs Studio running and are familiar with the basics.

Agent Configuration

• Context Files — Add project-specific rules for AI agents
• Agent Memory — Configure persistent agent memory
• Agent Manifests — Define agent roles and capabilities
• Writing Prompts — Author effective agent prompts
• Authoring Skills — Create reusable agent skills
• Ava Autonomous Capabilities — Set up self-scheduling, persistent memory, and gateway auto-remediation

Development

• Feature Flags — Add and manage feature flags
• Flow Control — Control agent execution flow
• Deployment Modes — Run in web, desktop, or headless mode
• Gotchas — Common pitfalls and how to avoid them