AutoGen
FreeMicrosoft framework with AgentChat, Core, Extensions, and Studio for multi-agent systems.
Tool Info
Overview
AutoGen is a Microsoft framework for building AI agents and applications.
AgentChat targets conversational agent apps; Core targets scalable multi-agent systems.
Extensions and AutoGen Studio complement the programming frameworks.
Features
- AgentChat
- Core event-driven runtime
- Extensions
- AutoGen Studio
Pricing
Pros
- AgentChat for conversational agents
- Core for distributed multi-agent systems
- Studio for prototyping
Best For
When NOT to Use
- Layered API surface to learn
- Migration cost from older AutoGen APIs
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