Microsoft Agent Framework for Python

Use this reference when the target project is written in Python.

Authoritative sources

• Repository: https://github.com/microsoft/agent-framework/tree/main/python
• Samples: https://github.com/microsoft/agent-framework/tree/main/python/samples

Installation

For new projects, install the package with:

pip install agent-framework

Python-specific guidance

• Use modern async patterns throughout agent and workflow operations.
• Add type hints and keep APIs explicit even in dynamic code.
• Follow standard Python packaging and environment practices for dependencies and tooling.
• Use middleware, context providers, and orchestration patterns in ways that fit the Python application structure.
• Check the latest Python samples before introducing new APIs or workflow patterns.