agent-framework

Microsoft Agent Framework (MAF) is an open-source framework for building, orchestrating, and deploying AI agents and multi-agent workflows. It supports Python, .NET, and Go (via a separate repository) for developing production-grade systems. MAF enables graph-based orchestration patterns including sequential, concurrent, handoff, and group collaboration. The framework integrates with multiple LLM providers such as Azure OpenAI, OpenAI, and GitHub Copilot SDK. Key features include middleware for request processing, OpenTelemetry for observability, declarative agent configuration via YAML, and agent skills for domain-specific knowledge. MAF also provides tools for hosting agents on Microsoft Foundry with minimal code changes, along with a developer UI for testing and debugging. It is designed for teams moving agents from prototype to production, with capabilities for durability, restartability, governance, and human-in-the-loop control.