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Description

The Agentic Era represents a significant shift from the conventional application-focused computing landscape to a new domain characterized by agentic AI, which comprises autonomous, context-sensitive systems adept at acting, learning, and collaborating within intricate, ever-changing environments. These advanced intelligent agents are not limited to merely executing commands; rather, they are equipped to handle entire tasks, retain context and memory through large language models that are specifically designed for various fields, and have the capability to scale across multiple industries, potentially affecting millions. This progression necessitates an innovative operational mindset known as AgenticOps, alongside a revamped management framework based on three core principles: ensuring that humans remain engaged to contribute creativity and discernment, allowing agents to function effectively across disconnected systems with comprehensive cross-domain insights, and utilizing specialized models meticulously adjusted for their unique functions. Cisco brings this vision to fruition with AI Canvas, the first generative workspace in the industry that utilizes a multi-data and multi-agent architecture, paving the way for enhanced collaboration and efficiency. Furthermore, this pioneering approach signifies a major advancement in how organizations can leverage AI to enhance productivity and foster innovation.

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.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

.NET No 
AutoGen No 
Cisco AI Assistant Yes 
Cisco AgenticOps Yes 
Python No 

Integrations

.NET Yes 
AutoGen Yes 
Cisco AI Assistant No 
Cisco AgenticOps No 
Python Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Cisco

Founded

1984

Country

United States

Website

blogs.cisco.com/news/welcome-to-the-agentic-era-humans-agents-achieving-more-together

Vendor Details

Company Name

Microsoft

Founded

1975

Country

United States

Website

learn.microsoft.com/en-us/agent-framework/overview/

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