AI agents are great for adding intelligence to backend systems, but they also change architectural assumptions. This talk explores six ways microservices architectures can break when agents are introduced, from intent-based contracts and latency amplification to retry ambiguity and observability gaps, using a real system demo to show how to adapt intentionally.

Target audience: backend engineers and software architects working with microservices.

Session format: architecture-focused talk with a live demo of a real backend system evolving from a traditional microservice to an agent-driven design.

Duration: available as a 45-minute or 30-minute session.

Level: intermediate to advanced. Familiarity with microservices concepts assumed.