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adk-python provides tools for developing sophisticated AI agents with a focus on flexibility and control, particularly suited for multi-agent systems.
Good fit when
- You are working on multi-agent systems where multiple AI agents need to collaborate or interact effectively. adk-python offers specific support for defining and orchestrating multi-agent workflows.
- You require extensive capabilities in shaping agentic behavior, as adk-python emphasizes a code-first approach which allows fine-tuned customization of agent instructions, tools, and actions.
Avoid when
- If your project does not involve multi-agent interactions or complex orchestration of multiple agents, other frameworks might offer more streamlined solutions.
- You prefer using out-of-the-box solutions with less coding complexity. adk-python's code-first approach is best suited for developers looking to deeply customize agent behavior and interactions.
- Requirements:
- Requires Python 3.10+ for installation.
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google/adk-python provides a code-first approach to developing flexible and controllable AI agents with extensive capabilities in multi-agent systems and agentic behavior.
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- python
Source: github.language+pyproject.toml · Aug 19, 2026
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Quick Start
Beginner Note: ADK applications are built using two main classes:
Agent(defines an AI's instructions, tools, and behavior) andWorkflow(orchestrates agents and tasks in a graph-based flow).
📄 License
This project is licensed under the Apache 2.0 License — see the LICENSE file for details.
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