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Functions

GAv4.1.0

Define safe actions so Beacon can actually do work: look up an order, book an appointment, update a ticket, or send a message.

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Function editor · get_order_status
team-scoped · HTTP tool
1Basic setup
name · description · parameters
2API connection
URL · method · headers · body
3Advanced controls
run_llm_behavior
4Test
dry-run with sample args
step 02 · API connectionGET
https://api.shop.com/v1/orders/{order_id}
header: Authorization: Bearer {{secrets.SHOP_KEY}}
Parameters the agent will fill
JSON schema
order_id: string
required
language: string
A quick look at how a function is defined and tested.
§01 · Mechanics

How it works

  1. 01Add a function

    Give it a name and explain when Beacon should use it.

  2. 02Connect the API

    Point it to your endpoint and define required fields.

  3. 03Test and go live

    Run a test call, then enable it for a role.

§02 · In the wild

Where teams actually use it

E‑commercecase 01
Order status in seconds

Beacon checks shipping and updates the customer instantly.

Clinicscase 02
Appointments without back-and-forth

Beacon checks availability and books in one call.

Supportcase 03
Ticket creation + updates

Beacon opens a ticket and tags the right team automatically.