Day 1: Introduction to Sidekick - Your AI Agent Platform
Get familiar with Sidekick’s interface and capabilities. Learn to use web search, LinkedIn search, and configure your agent for optimal agent interaction.
Day 1 challenge
Goal: explore Sidekick’s core capabilities and configure your agentTheme: foundation week - getting started with agentsTime investment: ~10 minutes
Welcome to your first day with Hypermode Agents! Today you’ll get familiar with
Sidekick, your AI-powered agent platform that goes far beyond simple chat.
You’ll explore its search capabilities, learn to configure your agent, and
understand what makes agents different from traditional AI assistants.Sidekick isn’t just another chatbot—it’s an intelligent agent that can search
the web, research people and companies, and integrate with your tools to take
real actions.
Explore Sidekick’s interface and understand agent vs. chat differences
Test web search capabilities with real-time information
Try LinkedIn and professional research features
Configure your agent settings for optimal performance
Experience your first agent interaction
This is not just another AI chat interface. Sidekick is designed to act on
your behalf, search for current information, and integrate with real tools.
You’ll see the difference immediately.
When you first open Sidekick, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the
interface. Notice the key elements that make this different from standard AI
chat:Key interface elements:
Chat area: Where you interact with Sidekick naturally
Sidebar connections: Available integrations and tools
Model indicator: Shows you’re using GPT-4.1 (available exclusively for
Sidekick)
Search indicators: Visual cues when Sidekick is searching or taking
actions
Start with a simple greeting:
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Ask AI
Hello Sidekick! I'm starting the 30 Days of Agents program.Can you tell me what makes you different from other AI assistants?
Notice how Sidekick explains its capabilities and agent-like features.
Agent learning moment Sidekick can take real actions, not just provide
suggestions. This fundamental difference shapes how you interact with it.
Step 3: explore LinkedIn and professional research
Sidekick excels at professional research. Let’s test its ability to find and
analyze professional information:Try this LinkedIn-style research:
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Ask AI
Can you research Reid Hoffman on LinkedIn, the founder of LinkedIn?I'd like to know about his current activities, recent posts or articles, and any speaking engagements or interviews.
Sidekick can:
Search for current professional information
Find recent articles, interviews, or posts
Provide context about current business activities
Organize information for professional networking purposes
Try company research:
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I'm interested in learning about Anthropic's recent developments.Can you research their latest product announcements, funding news, and key executives?
Pro insight Sidekick’s research goes beyond basic Google searches. It
synthesizes professional context that’s actually useful for business
relationships and decision-making.
Sidekick uses GPT-4.1 as its core model, providing you with cutting-edge AI
capabilities specifically optimized for agent interactions. For information
about all available models across the Hypermode platform, visit our
model documentation.
In just 10 minutes, you’ve discovered what makes Sidekick different:Real-time intelligence - Sidekick searches current information, not just
pre-trained knowledgeProfessional research capabilities - Can research people, companies, and
industry trends with business contextOptimized AI model - Uses GPT-4.1 specifically configured for agent
interactions and real-world tasksAgent behavior - Takes actions and provides solutions, not just answersIntegration ready - Prepared to connect with your tools and workflows
Unlike traditional AI chat interfaces, Sidekick is designed for ongoing
collaboration. It learns your preferences, takes real actions, and provides
current information. This foundation enables everything you’ll learn in the
remaining 29 days.
Based on our interactions today, what do you think I should focus on learning about agents?What seems most relevant to my work style and interests?
This helps Sidekick begin personalizing its approach to your specific needs and
sets up tomorrow’s more advanced interactions.Time to complete: ~10 minutesSkills learned: agent interface navigation, web search capabilities,
professional research, agent configuration, understanding agent vs. chat
differencesNext day 2 - Research contacts and connect your productivity tools
Remember you’re not just learning a new tool—you’re developing a new way
to work. Sidekick adapts to your style and becomes more helpful with each
interaction.