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Description
Agent Communication Protocol (ACP) is an open standard created to solve interoperability challenges between AI agents operating across different frameworks and platforms. The protocol establishes a common communication layer using REST-based APIs, enabling agents to exchange information through familiar HTTP patterns. Organizations can use ACP to connect agents regardless of the underlying technology stack, reducing the need for custom integrations and framework-specific connectors. It supports both real-time and asynchronous communication models, making it suitable for simple requests as well as long-running workflows. ACP accommodates a wide variety of content types through MimeType-based messaging, allowing agents to share text, multimedia, and specialized data formats. The protocol also enables agent discovery, including scenarios where agents are offline or operating in disconnected environments. Developers can interact with ACP using standard HTTP tools or leverage official Python and TypeScript SDKs for faster implementation. By standardizing communication, ACP simplifies the development of multi-agent systems that collaborate across applications, departments, and organizations. The project is governed as an open initiative within the Linux Foundation ecosystem, encouraging community-driven innovation and broad industry adoption.
Description
The Microsoft Agent Framework is an open-source software development kit and runtime that assists developers in creating, orchestrating, and deploying AI agents alongside multi-agent workflows, utilizing programming languages like .NET and Python. By merging the straightforward agent abstractions found in AutoGen with the sophisticated capabilities of Semantic Kernel, it offers features such as session-based state management, type safety, middleware, telemetry, and extensive model and embedding support, thus providing a cohesive platform suitable for both experimentation and production settings. Additionally, it features graph-based workflows that empower developers with precise control over the interactions among multiple agents, enabling them to execute tasks and coordinate intricate processes efficiently, which facilitates structured orchestration in various scenarios, including sequential, concurrent, or branching workflows. Furthermore, the framework accommodates long-running operations and human-in-the-loop workflows by implementing robust state management, enabling agents to retain context, tackle complex multi-step problems, and function continuously over extended periods. This combination of features not only streamlines development but also enhances the overall performance and reliability of AI-driven applications.
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Integrations
Python
.NET
AutoGen
Brief
CrewAI
LangChain
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
TypeScript
Integrations
Python
.NET
AutoGen
Brief
CrewAI
LangChain
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
TypeScript
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
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Deployment
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On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
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Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
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Training Docs
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
The Linux Foundation
Website
agentcommunicationprotocol.dev/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
learn.microsoft.com/en-us/agent-framework/overview/