Tool calling bridges AI models with real-world data by allowing them to execute functions and access external resources. This guide demonstrates implementing custom tools (like getCurrentTime) and provider-native tools (like Gemini's url_context) using the Vercel AI SDK. The tutorial walks through the complete flow: the model
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How Does Tool Calling Work?Part 1: Your First Tool—Accessing Current TimePart 2: Using Provider-Native Tools—Accessing the WebPutting It All Together: The Upgraded Conversational BotThat’s a Wrap!Sort: