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# Autonomous RAG

> Self-directed retrieval agent with reasoning and adaptive retrieval strategies

# Autonomous RAG

Autonomous RAG systems make intelligent decisions about when and how to retrieve information, using reasoning to guide the retrieval process.

## Overview

Autonomous RAG features:

* **Self-directed retrieval**: Agent decides when to retrieve
* **Reasoning integration**: Think through queries before retrieval
* **Adaptive strategies**: Adjust retrieval based on context
* **Tool orchestration**: Combine multiple retrieval tools

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Reasoning Agent" icon="brain">
    Uses ReAct pattern for step-by-step reasoning
  </Card>

  <Card title="PgVector Integration" icon="database">
    PostgreSQL vector extension for scalable retrieval
  </Card>

  <Card title="Query Planning" icon="route">
    Plans retrieval strategy before execution
  </Card>

  <Card title="Self-Correction" icon="arrows-rotate">
    Validates and refines retrieval results
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Implementation

See the [Agentic RAG](/rag/agentic-rag) page for complete implementation details including Agno framework integration and autonomous retrieval patterns.

## Key Features

### ReAct Pattern

```python theme={null}
# Agent reasons about retrieval needs
agent = Agent(
    model=OpenAI(id="gpt-4o"),
    tools=[retrieval_tool, search_tool],
    reasoning=True,
    markdown=True
)

# Agent decides when to retrieve
response = agent.run("Analyze the impact of climate change")
```

### Adaptive Retrieval

The agent adapts its retrieval strategy based on:

* Query complexity
* Initial result quality
* Context requirements
* Tool availability

<Tip>
  Autonomous RAG excels at complex queries requiring multi-step reasoning.
</Tip>

## Related Examples

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Agentic RAG" icon="robot" href="/rag/agentic-rag">
    Complete autonomous RAG implementation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Corrective RAG" icon="shield-check" href="/examples/corrective-rag">
    Add self-correction to your RAG system
  </Card>
</CardGroup>