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Decision brief
lagent is a Python framework aimed at streamlining the creation of lightweight Large Language Model (LLM) agents.
Good fit when
- When you need a streamlined approach to develop LLM-based agents with minimal overhead, lagent can be particularly advantageous due to its lightweight design.
- If your project requires flexibility and ease in modifying or extending existing agent capabilities without the complexity of larger frameworks.
Avoid when
- Avoid using lagent if your project necessitates integration with a broader set of tools that are not natively supported by this framework, as it offers limited out-of-the-box extensibility.
- Steer clear if you need robust scalability features right from the start. While lightweight, lagent may require additional custom work to handle more demanding scaling requirements.
- Pricing:
- freemium - Available freely due to its open-source nature, but customization or enterprise support might involve additional costs.
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Overview
lagent is a Python-based framework designed to facilitate the development of lightweight Large Language Model (LLM) agents.
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- python
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Installation
Install from source:
git clone https://github.com/InternLM/lagent.git
cd lagent
pip install -e .
License
This project is released under the Apache 2.0 license.
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