Learn with Daniel Lazkewitz on how to write clear, precise agent instructions that shape behavior, decision‑making, and tool usage in Microsoft Copilot Studio. This mission breaks down how strong instruction design helps agents choose the right tools, interpret their role, and respond accurately in real business scenarios. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome! 00:55 What are agent instructions 01:53 How Copilot Studio uses them 02:17 Failure mode 02:42 Best practices If you're looking to master the fundamentals of effective prompt patterns and control strategies to build smarter, more reliable autonomous agents, this is the mission for you! Mission 02: Authoring Agent Instructions - microsoft.github.io/agent-academy/operative/02-agent-instructions Agent Academy | Operative - aka.ms/agent-academy-operative Agent Academy | Recruit - aka.ms/agent-academy-recruit #copilotstudio #powerplatform #powerplatformadvocates