Multi-Turn Conversation
Definition
A dialogue develops over several related rounds of conversation.
The system takes previous messages into account to classify follow-up questions, corrections, and subsequent orders. This requires managed conversation state.
Simply explained
An answer builds on what was previously discussed.
Why it matters in practice
Complex requirements can be clarified step by step.
Example from business
Hypothetical example: A customer adds size requirements after a product question without explaining everything again.
Limits and pitfalls
- Long conversations contain outdated information and can overload the context window.
Origin & history
Multi-stage dialogues are a fundamental topic of dialogue system research.
Use in mid-sized companies
- SMEs can make consulting and service processes more natural when handovers are clear.
Frequently asked questions
Does a model remember automatically and permanently?
No, the application must provide relevant state.
Sources
- Sessions — · OpenAI Agents SDK: Sessions —
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