--- sourceDocument: Yokohama Build or modify applications sourceDocumentLink: https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/r/yokohama/application-development Release : - yokohama ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - Yokohama Build or modify applications ft:clusterId : - cadev bundleId : - cadev workflow : - Development, Data, and Analytics --- # Explore # Exploring Build Agent {#ariaid-title1} * Release version: Yokohama * * Updated August 13, 2025 * * ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 2 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Exploring Build Agent The Build Agent is an AI-driven tool integrated into the ServiceNow Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that assists developers in creating, editing, and deploying full-stack ServiceNow applications. It allows for interaction through a conversational interface, enabling users to describe their application needs in natural language and receive an automatically generated application, including both front-end and back-end components. Show full answer Show less ## Key Features * **Autonomous Application Generation:** The Build Agent can independently create scoped applications based on user prompts. * **Natural Language Understanding:** It processes natural language inputs and can generate necessary code and manage application logic. * **File Organization:** The tool organizes files clearly and manages both user interface and core logic components. * **Image Contextualization:** Users can attach images such as architectural diagrams to enhance prompt understanding. * **Code-Related Tasks:** Beyond application creation, it can rewrite tables, explain code, validate applications, and fix errors. * **Planning Tool:** The Build Agent provides a step-by-step planning tool for application development, allowing for iterative feedback and refinements. ## Key Outcomes Utilizing Build Agent accelerates application development, leading to: * Increased developer productivity * Reduced development backlogs * Faster deployment of new business applications * Lower overall development costs The Build Agent is available as a trial app with 25 free user interactions for 30 days, allowing customers to explore its features before opting for a paid version. The Build Agent enables developers to create, edit, and deploy full-stack ServiceNow® applications that encompass both user interface and back-end components. ## Build Agent overview {#exploring-build-agent__cf-exploring-parent-overview} The Build Agent is an AI tool designed for developers within the ServiceNow Integrated Development Environment (ServiceNow IDE). It functions as an autonomous AI agent capable of independently generating a complete ServiceNow® scoped application. As a chat panel within the ServiceNow IDE, you can interact with the Build Agent through an easy-to-use multi-turn conversation interface. You can simply describe your desired application in your natural language, and the agent can automatically create it. It is designed to generate the necessary code, organize files clearly, and manage both the core logic and user interface components of the application. The Build Agent can understand natural language prompts, autonomously generate full-stack applications, oversee the entire build process, and respond to feedback. You can also attach images, such as architectural diagrams or UI wireframes, to provide context for prompts in the Build Agent. This method enables you to convey the application design and functionality more effectively. While creating and updating applications is the primary use case for the Build Agent, its capabilities extend beyond that. It can perform various code-related tasks, such as rewriting tables, explaining code, validating and enhancing existing applications, fixing application errors, and more. For instance, Build Agent can use the Run Query tool to query a specific table within your instance and return the top five records or derive specific insights. Important: Build Agent only creates metadata supported by ServiceNow® Fluent. For more information, see [ServiceNow Fluent](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/~uRaWXiuRJuyUsvJypBknQ "Define application metadata in source code using the ServiceNow Fluent domain-specific programming language."). ## Build Agent (Trial) app overview {#exploring-build-agent__section_tmq_bbc_vgc} The Build Agent is also available as a trial app that operates on a freemium model. To install the Build Agent (Trial) app, visit the [ServiceNow Store](https://www.servicenow.com/products/vibe-coding.html#benefits). After you install the Build Agent (Trial) app, your instance will receive 25 free user interactions for 30 days at no additional charge. This enables you to explore the Build Agent features at no additional cost. However, if you exceed the limit of free interactions, you can either wait for your free interactions to reset after 30 days or install the paid Build Agent app on your instance to continue using its services. For more information on how to install Build Agent, see [Install Build Agent](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/VrDl~sf8wM7ElquOow6vww "Install the ServiceNow Otto for Creator application from the ServiceNow Store to get Build Agent."). ## Planning tool overview {#exploring-build-agent__section_zvr_jdj_fhc} The Build Agent includes a planning tool that creates a detailed, step-by-step plan for your application development. You can refine the plan iteratively by prompting for changes and providing feedback until you reach a final version. The tool emphasizes user control, enabling you to use prompts to request changes to the plan. Overall, it facilitates collaborative planning before proceeding with implementation. ## Build Agent benefits {#exploring-build-agent__cf-exploring-parent-benefits} Build Agent accelerates application development on the ServiceNow AI Platform. It helps automate many repetitive and time-consuming tasks that developers previously had to do manually, enabling: * Increased developer productivity * Reduced development backlogs * Quicker deployment of new business applications * Reduction in overall development cost {#exploring-build-agent__ul_nmq_1zk_hgc} ## What to explore next {#exploring-build-agent__cf-exploring-parent-links} To learn more about configuring and using Build Agent, see: * [Install Build Agent](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/VrDl~sf8wM7ElquOow6vww "Install the ServiceNow Otto for Creator application from the ServiceNow Store to get Build Agent.") * [Use Build Agent](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/gKt8E8ztA8Bb0WWgvzofFg "Use Build Agent to autonomously create and update ServiceNow Applications.") {#exploring-build-agent__ul_cbn_stk_hgc}