Who should use agent-framework-tools?

agent-framework-tools is an open-source project built for python developers building agentic applications.

Is agent-framework-tools free?

Yes — agent-framework-tools is open source under the MIT license and free to use.

What platforms does agent-framework-tools run on?

agent-framework-tools runs on the command line.

Is agent-framework-tools still maintained?

The GitHub repository shows 640 commits in the last 90 days.

What are alternatives to agent-framework-tools?

Similar projects tracked by PulseGate include agent-framework-appkit, agent-framework, and agent-framework-hosting-telegram.

Who develops agent-framework-tools?

agent-framework-tools is developed by Microsoft.

When did agent-framework-tools launch?

agent-framework-tools first shipped in 2025.

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agent-framework-tools

Name: agent-framework-tools
Author: Microsoft

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agent-framework-tools is an open-source Python package offering built-in tools for the Microsoft Agent Framework, including local shell integration. It helps developers extend agentic applications with additional capabilities. Designed for Python developers working with agent frameworks.

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agent-framework-tools is a Frameworks & SDKs project. It focuses on adding built-in tools, such as local shell access, to the Microsoft Agent Framework for agent developers. agent-framework-tools is an open-source project aimed at python developers building agentic applications. The project is open source (MIT). It ships for the command line.

Behind agent-framework-tools is Microsoft, and it first shipped in 2025. Development happens publicly on GitHub with 11.7k stars and 640 commits in the last 90 days. Key capabilities include local shell integration, built-in tools, and Microsoft Agent Framework support.

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Local shell integration
Built-in tools
Microsoft Agent Framework support
Python package
MIT License

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Frequently asked questions about agent-framework-tools

What is agent-framework-tools?: Agent-framework-tools focuses on adding built-in tools, such as local shell access, to the Microsoft Agent Framework for agent developers. It is catalogued under Frameworks & SDKs on PulseGate.
Who should use agent-framework-tools?: agent-framework-tools is an open-source project built for python developers building agentic applications.
Is agent-framework-tools free?: Yes — agent-framework-tools is open source under the MIT license and free to use.
What platforms does agent-framework-tools run on?: agent-framework-tools runs on the command line.
Is agent-framework-tools still maintained?: The GitHub repository shows 640 commits in the last 90 days.
What are alternatives to agent-framework-tools?: Similar projects tracked by PulseGate include agent-framework-appkit, agent-framework, and agent-framework-hosting-telegram.agent-framework-appkit agent-framework agent-framework-hosting-telegram
Who develops agent-framework-tools?: agent-framework-tools is developed by Microsoft.
When did agent-framework-tools launch?: agent-framework-tools first shipped in 2025.

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Platforms: Cli
Languages: English
License: MIT
Built for: Python developers building agentic applications
Model: Open source
Solves: Adding built-in tools, such as local shell access, to the Microsoft Agent Framework for agent developers.

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Stars: 11,731
Forks: 1,974
Open issues: 668
Last commit: 28 Jun 2026
Commits 90d: 640
Contributors: 155
Authorship: Community-driven
Default branch: main
Latest release: dotnet-1.11.1 · 25 Jun 2026

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Indexed: 28 Jun 2026
Lifecycle: Alive
Last seen: 28 Jun 2026

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