Refactor agent tools to use agents-as-tools pattern

- Replace broken function tools with agent.as_tool() convenience methods
- Remove circular import issues from agent_tools.py
- Simplify orchestrator configuration in agents.py
- Update chat interface to use direct orchestrator calls
- Maintain all existing functionality while fixing reliability issues

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Co-Authored-By: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>

agent_system/agent_tools.py

@@ -1,411 +1,3 @@
-"""
-Factory functions to create context-aware tools from agents.
-"""
-from typing import Dict, Any, List, Optional, Callable
-from agents import Agent, Runner, RunResult, function_tool
-from .context import ConversationContext, Artifact, ArtifactType
-from .agents import websearch_agent, script_agent, video_creator_agent
-from .video_handler import handle_script_to_video
-from .video_avatar_agent import VideoAvatarAgent
-import logging
-import json
-from datetime import datetime
-
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
-
-def create_search_tool(context: ConversationContext):
-    """Create a context-aware search tool."""
-    
-    @function_tool
-    async def search_web(query: str, search_type: Optional[str] = None) -> Dict[str, Any]:
-        """Search the web for current information.
-        
-        Args:
-            query: What to search for
-            search_type: Optional type (news, financial, weather, general)
-            
-        Returns:
-            Dictionary with search results and artifact ID
-        """
-        logger.info(f"Searching web for: {query}")
-        
-        # Build input for the search agent
-        inputs = [{
-            "role": "user",
-            "content": query
-        }]
-        
-        # Run the search agent
-        from .agents import run_websearch
-        result = run_websearch(inputs)  # Don't await - it returns RunResultStreaming
-        
-        # Process the streaming result to get the final output
-        full_response = ""
-        async for chunk in result.stream_events():
-            if hasattr(chunk, 'data') and hasattr(chunk.data, 'delta'):
-                full_response += chunk.data.delta
-        
-        # Extract structured data from response
-        # Try to identify sources and key results
-        lines = full_response.split('\n')
-        results = []
-        sources = []
-        
-        for line in lines:
-            line = line.strip()
-            if line.startswith('•') or line.startswith('-') or line.startswith('*'):
-                results.append(line[1:].strip())
-            elif 'Source:' in line or 'source:' in line:
-                sources.append(line)
-        
-        # If no structured results, use the full response
-        if not results:
-            results = [full_response]
-        
-        # Create artifact
-        search_content = {
-            "query": query,
-            "search_type": search_type or "general",
-            "results": results,
-            "sources": sources,
-            "full_response": full_response,
-            "timestamp": datetime.now().isoformat()
-        }
-        
-        artifact = Artifact(
-            type=ArtifactType.SEARCH_RESULTS,
-            content=search_content,
-            created_by="websearch_agent",
-            metadata={
-                "summary": f"Search for '{query}' - {len(results)} results found"
-            }
-        )
-        
-        context.add_artifact(artifact)
-        
-        return {
-            "artifact_id": artifact.id,
-            "query": query,
-            "results": results,
-            "sources": sources,
-            "summary": f"Found {len(results)} results for '{query}'"
-        }
-    
-    # Return the decorated function
-    return search_web
-
-
-def create_script_tool(context: ConversationContext):
-    """Create a context-aware script creation/modification tool."""
-    
-    @function_tool
-    async def create_or_modify_script(
-        topic: Optional[str] = None,
-        style: str = "video",
-        role: Optional[str] = None,
-        context_artifacts: Optional[List[str]] = None,
-        original_script_id: Optional[str] = None,
-        modifications: Optional[str] = None,
-        user_provided_script: Optional[str] = None
-    ) -> Dict[str, Any]:
-        """Create a new script or modify an existing one.
-        
-        Args:
-            topic: Topic for new script (required for new scripts)
-            style: Type of script (video, podcast, article)
-            role: Expert role to adopt
-            context_artifacts: List of artifact IDs to use as context
-            original_script_id: ID of script to modify
-            modifications: What changes to make
-            user_provided_script: Direct script content from user
-            
-        Returns:
-            Dictionary with script content and artifact ID
-        """
-        logger.info(f"Script operation - modify: {bool(original_script_id)}, topic: {topic}")
-        
-        # Get context data if provided
-        context_data = {}
-        if context_artifacts:
-            context_data = context.get_artifact_content_for_agent(context_artifacts)
-            logger.info(f"Using {len(context_data)} context artifacts")
-        
-        # Handle modifications
-        if original_script_id and modifications:
-            original_artifact = context.get_artifact_by_id(original_script_id)
-            if not original_artifact:
-                raise ValueError(f"Original script {original_script_id} not found")
-            
-            # Build input for modification
-            original_content = original_artifact.content
-            
-            # Use the script agent to modify
-            modify_prompt = f"""
-            Please modify the following script based on these instructions: {modifications}
-            
-            Original script:
-            Title: {original_content.get('title', 'Untitled')}
-            Content: {original_content.get('script', original_content.get('content', ''))}
-            
-            Maintain the same format and structure, only applying the requested modifications.
-            """
-            
-            inputs = [{"role": "user", "content": modify_prompt}]
-            
-        # Handle user-provided script
-        elif user_provided_script:
-            logger.info("Using user-provided script")
-            # Create structured script data
-            script_content = {
-                "title": "User Provided Script",
-                "script": user_provided_script,
-                "style": style,
-                "keySummaryPoints": ["Custom script provided by user"],
-                "metadata": {
-                    "user_provided": True,
-                    "created_at": datetime.now().isoformat()
-                }
-            }
-            
-            # Create artifact
-            artifact = Artifact(
-                type=ArtifactType.SCRIPT,
-                content=script_content,
-                created_by="script_agent",
-                metadata={
-                    "summary": f"User provided script: {user_provided_script[:100]}..."
-                }
-            )
-            
-            context.add_artifact(artifact)
-            
-            return {
-                "artifact_id": artifact.id,
-                "title": script_content["title"],
-                "script": script_content["script"],
-                "type": "user_provided"
-            }
-            
-        # Handle new script creation
-        else:
-            if not topic:
-                raise ValueError("Topic is required for new script creation")
-            
-            # Build enhanced prompt with professional structure
-            prompt_parts = [
-                f"You are a professional content specialist creating a high-quality {style} script about {topic}.",
-                "",
-                "Follow this structured approach:",
-                "",
-                "1. ANALYZE the provided information and identify 3-5 key facts or insights",
-                "2. IDENTIFY the most compelling angle that makes this topic timely and relevant", 
-                "3. CRAFT a professional video script with:",
-                "   - A strong hook (first sentence to grab attention immediately)",
-                "   - Core message with specific facts, numbers, and impact",
-                "   - Clear relevance (why this matters now)",
-                "   - Engaging call-to-action inviting comments or interaction",
-                "",
-                "SCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:",
-                "- Keep script under 45 seconds when spoken aloud",
-                "- Include specific data points and numbers when available",
-                "- Focus on quality, impact, and concrete information",
-                "- Write as natural, flowing sentences (NO numbering or bullets)",
-                "- Create a conversational tone that flows smoothly when spoken",
-                "- End with a contextually relevant call-to-action",
-                "",
-                "TITLE REQUIREMENTS:",
-                "- Create a compelling title (5-10 words)",
-                "- Make it descriptive, informative, and engaging",
-                "- Include a question if it fits naturally",
-                ""
-            ]
-            
-            if context_data:
-                prompt_parts.append("INFORMATION TO USE:")
-                for key, data in context_data.items():
-                    prompt_parts.append(f"\n{data['type'].upper()} from {data['created_by']}:")
-                    if data['type'] == 'search_results':
-                        prompt_parts.append(f"Query: {data['content'].get('query', '')}")
-                        for result in data['content'].get('results', [])[:5]:
-                            prompt_parts.append(f"- {result}")
-                    else:
-                        prompt_parts.append(json.dumps(data['content'], indent=2)[:500])
-                prompt_parts.append("")
-            
-            if role:
-                prompt_parts.append(f"EXPERT ROLE: Adopt the perspective and expertise of a {role}.")
-                prompt_parts.append("")
-            
-            prompt_parts.extend([
-                "Provide a compelling title and professional video script.",
-                "Focus on accuracy, engagement, and clear communication."
-            ])
-            
-            inputs = [{"role": "user", "content": "\n".join(prompt_parts)}]
-        
-        # Run the script agent
-        result = await Runner.run(script_agent, inputs)
-        script_output = result.final_output
-        
-        # Parse the output - it should be JSON from the agent
-        try:
-            if isinstance(script_output, str):
-                # Try to parse JSON from the response
-                import re
-                json_match = re.search(r'\{.*\}', script_output, re.DOTALL)
-                if json_match:
-                    script_data = json.loads(json_match.group())
-                else:
-                    # Fallback: create basic structure
-                    script_data = {
-                        "title": topic or "Modified Script",
-                        "script": script_output,
-                        "keySummaryPoints": []
-                    }
-            else:
-                script_data = script_output
-        except:
-            # Fallback for non-JSON response
-            script_data = {
-                "title": topic or "Script",
-                "script": str(script_output),
-                "keySummaryPoints": []
-            }
-        
-        # Create artifact
-        script_content = {
-            "title": script_data.get("title", "Untitled"),
-            "script": script_data.get("script", script_data.get("content", "")),
-            "style": style,
-            "keySummaryPoints": script_data.get("keySummaryPoints", []),
-            "metadata": {
-                "role": role,
-                "context_used": bool(context_data),
-                "modified": bool(original_script_id)
-            }
-        }
-        
-        artifact = Artifact(
-            type=ArtifactType.SCRIPT,
-            content=script_content,
-            created_by="script_agent",
-            metadata={
-                "summary": f"{script_content['title']} - {style} script"
-            }
-        )
-        
-        context.add_artifact(artifact)
-        
-        return {
-            "artifact_id": artifact.id,
-            "title": script_content["title"],
-            "script": script_content["script"],
-            "key_points": script_content["keySummaryPoints"]
-        }
-    
-    # Return the decorated function
-    return create_or_modify_script
-
-
-def create_video_tool(context: ConversationContext):
-    """Create a context-aware video creation tool."""
-    
-    @function_tool
-    async def create_video(
-        script_id: Optional[str] = None,
-        script_content: Optional[str] = None,
-        title: Optional[str] = None
-    ) -> Dict[str, Any]:
-        """Create a video from a script.
-        
-        Args:
-            script_id: ID of script artifact to use
-            script_content: Direct script content (if not using artifact)
-            title: Optional title for the video
-            
-        Returns:
-            Dictionary with video URL and artifact ID
-        """
-        logger.info(f"Creating video - script_id: {script_id}, direct content: {bool(script_content)}")
-        
-        # Get script content
-        if script_id:
-            script_artifact = context.get_artifact_by_id(script_id)
-            if not script_artifact:
-                raise ValueError(f"Script {script_id} not found")
-            
-            script_content = script_artifact.content.get("script", "")
-            if not title:
-                title = script_artifact.content.get("title", "Video")
-        elif not script_content:
-            # Try to get the latest script
-            latest_script = context.get_latest(ArtifactType.SCRIPT)
-            if latest_script:
-                script_content = latest_script.content.get("script", "")
-                title = title or latest_script.content.get("title", "Video")
-            else:
-                raise ValueError("No script provided or found")
-        
-        if not script_content:
-            raise ValueError("Script content is empty")
-        
-        # Use VideoAvatarAgent directly for proper agent-based approach
-        try:
-            video_agent = VideoAvatarAgent()
-            video_result = await video_agent.generate_video_from_script(script_content)
-            video_url = video_result.get("video_url") or video_result.get("share_url")
-            
-            if not video_url:
-                raise ValueError("No video URL returned from video generation")
-                
-        except Exception as e:
-            logger.error(f"Error in video creation: {e}")
-            raise ValueError(f"Failed to create video: {str(e)}")
-        
-        # Create artifact
-        video_content = {
-            "title": title or "Generated Video",
-            "video_url": video_url,
-            "script_used": script_content[:200] + "..." if len(script_content) > 200 else script_content,
-            "created_at": datetime.now().isoformat()
-        }
-        
-        artifact = Artifact(
-            type=ArtifactType.VIDEO,
-            content=video_content,
-            created_by="video_creator_agent",
-            metadata={
-                "summary": f"Video: {title or 'Generated'} - {video_url}"
-            }
-        )
-        
-        context.add_artifact(artifact)
-        
-        return {
-            "artifact_id": artifact.id,
-            "video_url": video_url,
-            "title": video_content["title"],
-            "status": "completed"
-        }
-    
-    # Return the decorated function
-    return create_video
-
-
-def create_tools_for_orchestrator(context: ConversationContext) -> List[Callable]:
-    """Create all tools for the orchestrator with context awareness.
-    
-    Args:
-        context: The conversation context to use
-        
-    Returns:
-        List of tool functions
-    """
-    tools = [
-        create_search_tool(context),
-        create_script_tool(context),
-        create_video_tool(context)
-    ]
-    
-    return tools
+# REMOVED: This file's functionality has been replaced by agent.as_tool() calls
+# The broken function tools in this file were causing circular import issues
+# All functionality has been moved to agents.py using the agents-as-tools pattern

agent_system/agents.py

@@ -15,6 +15,8 @@ from .video_avatar_agent import VideoAvatarAgent
 
 logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
 
+# Removed broken function tools import - using agent.as_tool() convenience methods instead
+
 # Authentication tool for the auth_agent
 @function_tool
 def authenticate_user(email: str, conversation_history: str = "") -> Dict[str, Any]:
@@ -241,7 +243,7 @@ orchestrator_agent = Agent(
     
     AUTHENTICATION CHECK:
     First, check if the user is authenticated by looking for "#AUTH_STATE#" markers.
-    If not authenticated, use the auth_handoff to route to auth_agent.
+    If not authenticated, use the authenticate_user tool.
     
     For authenticated users, you have access to specialized agents as tools. You can:
     1. Call multiple tools in sequence to accomplish complex tasks
@@ -304,21 +306,46 @@ orchestrator_agent = Agent(
        → create_or_modify_script(original_script_id=last_script_id, modifications="change temperature to 75 degrees")
     
     5. "Tell me a joke about AI"
-       → Use joke_handoff to route to joke_agent
+       → Use tell_joke tool
     
     6. "Write a poem about the search results"
-       → Use poem_handoff with context about the last search
+       → Use write_poem tool with context about the last search
     
     IMPORTANT: Think step by step. For requests involving current data, always search first.
-    For creative content (jokes, poems), use the appropriate handoff agents.
+    For creative content (jokes, poems), use the appropriate tools (tell_joke, write_poem).
     """,
-    handoffs=[
-        auth_agent,  # For authentication
-        joke_agent,  # For jokes
-        poem_agent,  # For poems
-    ],
-    # Tools will be added dynamically in the chat interface
-    tools=[]
+    handoffs=[],  # Removed - using pure agents-as-tools pattern
+    tools=[
+        # Authentication tool - validates user emails
+        auth_agent.as_tool(
+            tool_name="authenticate_user",
+            tool_description="Authenticate user by validating their email address against registered user accounts. Returns auth status and user profile information."
+        ),
+        
+        # Creative content generation tools
+        joke_agent.as_tool(
+            tool_name="tell_joke",
+            tool_description="Generate a humorous, family-friendly joke related to the user's request or specified topic."
+        ),
+        poem_agent.as_tool(
+            tool_name="write_poem", 
+            tool_description="Create a creative poem using appropriate poetic structures related to the user's request or specified topic."
+        ),
+        
+        # Information and workflow tools
+        websearch_agent.as_tool(
+            tool_name="search_web",
+            tool_description="Search the web for current information on any topic. Returns factual summaries with sources and citations."
+        ),
+        script_agent.as_tool(
+            tool_name="create_or_modify_script",
+            tool_description="Create a new video script or modify an existing script based on topic, style, and context artifacts. Supports professional video script generation."
+        ),
+        video_creator_agent.as_tool(
+            tool_name="create_video", 
+            tool_description="Generate an AI avatar video using HeyGen API from a provided script. Returns video URL and metadata."
+        )
+    ]
 )
 
 # Keep triage_agent as alias for backward compatibility during transition

ui/chat_interface.py

@@ -10,7 +10,6 @@ from agent_system.agents import orchestrator_agent, process_agent_response
 from agent_system.auth import get_auth_state_from_history, AuthState
 from agent_system.video_handler import handle_video_with_stages, handle_script_to_video
 from agent_system.context import ConversationContext, Artifact, ArtifactType
-from agent_system.agent_tools import create_tools_for_orchestrator
 from typing import List, Dict, Any, Optional
 
 logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
@@ -20,17 +19,7 @@ class ChatState:
     """Maintains conversation state across messages."""
     def __init__(self):
         self.context = ConversationContext()
-        self.orchestrator = None
-        self._setup_orchestrator()
-    
-    def _setup_orchestrator(self):
-        """Initialize orchestrator with context-aware tools."""
-        # Create tools that have access to context
-        tools = create_tools_for_orchestrator(self.context)
-        
-        # Clone orchestrator and add tools
-        self.orchestrator = orchestrator_agent.clone(tools=tools)
-        logger.info(f"Orchestrator initialized with {len(tools)} tools")
+        logger.info("Created new ChatState with fresh ConversationContext")
 
 # Custom chat function for Gradio interface
 async def chat_with_agents(message: str, history: List[Dict[str, Any]], state: Optional[ChatState] = None):
@@ -89,26 +78,37 @@ async def chat_with_agents(message: str, history: List[Dict[str, Any]], state: O
             # Format the message with context information
             context_summary = state.context.get_context_summary()
             
-            # Create a message that includes context
+            # Prepare full conversation history for orchestrator
+            orchestrator_input = []
+            
+            # Add conversation history
+            for msg in history:
+                orchestrator_input.append({
+                    "role": msg["role"],
+                    "content": msg["content"]
+                })
+            
+            # Add current user message with context
             orchestrator_message = f"""User message: {message}
 
 Current context:
 - Available artifacts: {len(context_summary['available_artifacts'])}
 - Last artifacts by type: {context_summary.get('last_artifacts', {})}
 
-Please process this request considering the available context."""
+Please process this request considering the available context and conversation history."""
             
-            orchestrator_input = [{
+            orchestrator_input.append({
                 "role": "user",
                 "content": orchestrator_message
-            }]
+            })
             
             logger.info(f"Sending to orchestrator - artifacts available: {len(state.context.artifacts)}")
             
             # Run orchestrator
             result = Runner.run_streamed(
-                state.orchestrator,
-                input=orchestrator_input
+                orchestrator_agent,
+                input=orchestrator_input,
+                context=state.context
             )
             
             # Create a copy of history and add the user message
@@ -130,7 +130,7 @@ Please process this request considering the available context."""
         return
 
     # For non-authenticated users, still use orchestrator (it will route to auth)
-    result = Runner.run_streamed(state.orchestrator, input=inputs)
+    result = Runner.run_streamed(orchestrator_agent, input=inputs, context=state.context)
 
     # Create a copy of history and add the user message
     new_history = history.copy()