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Chatbot architecture: Boundaries over branches and AI

The article discusses the architectural challenges of building robust chatbots, arguing against relying solely on either extensive if-else statements or a complete handover to AI. Instead, it proposes a layered approach where different components handle specific responsibilities, such as language interpretation, data validation, backend business logic, and deterministic decision-making. This boundary-focused architecture aims to prevent LLMs from becoming the single source of truth for critical business decisions and mitigate risks like excessive agency, as highlighted by OWASP. AI

IMPACT Suggests a more structured approach to integrating AI in chatbots, emphasizing clear boundaries for LLMs to prevent misuse and ensure reliability.

RANK_REASON The article provides an opinion and architectural advice on chatbot development, rather than announcing a new product or research.

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Chatbot architecture: Boundaries over branches and AI

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  1. dev.to — LLM tag TIER_1 English(EN) · Siddhartha Ghosh ·

    If-Else or Boundaries?

    <p><em>Series: From Visual Flows to AI-Orchestrated Automation · Part 03</em></p> <p>A chatbot rarely becomes difficult because of its first <code>if</code> statement.</p> <p>The problem starts later.</p> <p>A customer wants to track an order. Another asks about a refund. Someone…