---
type: Glossary Term
title: Function Calling
description: Function Calling is a capability of AI models where the model can generate structured API calls to external tools or functions based on user prompts. It enables
resource: "https://www.contextstudios.ai/glossary/function-calling"
category: tech
language: en
timestamp: "2026-07-01T15:02:54.921Z"
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# Function Calling

Function Calling is a capability of AI models where the model can generate structured API calls to external tools or functions based on user prompts. It enables AI to interact with real-world systems and perform actions beyond text generation.

## Business Value

Implements function calling to unlock new capabilities that weren't possible with previous-generation AI architectures.

## Context Studios Perspective

We stay at the cutting edge of function calling to give our clients first-mover advantage with the latest AI capabilities.