Microsoft Agent Framework 1.0 Released for .NET and Python

Hello Everyone Microsoft Agent Framework 1.0 is officially LIVE! 🎊 The wait is over. Microsoft has consolidated its best agentic research into a single, stable, 100% open-source framework. What’s new? Stable APIs for .NET & Python. Production-ready multi-agent orchestration. Full support for Model Context Protocol (MCP). The bridge between "cool demo" and "enterprise reality" just got a lot shorter. 🌉 https://lnkd.in/g7Fk9maX

Today, we’re thrilled to announce that Microsoft Agent Framework has reached version 1.0 for both .NET and Python. This is the production-ready release: stable APIs, and a commitment to long-term support. Whether you’re building a single assistant or orchestrating a fleet of specialized agents, Agent Framework 1.0 gives you enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, multi-provider model support, and cross-runtime interoperability via A2A and MCP.

Microsoft's Agent Framework has arrived. This powerful open-source SDK combines Semantic Kernel and AutoGen, offering capabilities for both .Net and Python. It is compatible with various model APIs. Excited to see the innovative projects that will emerge from this! #Microsoft #MAI #AgentFramework

Production-ready multi-agent orchestration is finally here. With Agent Framework v1.0 introducing some exciting new features. My personal favourites: 1. Agent workflows 2. Middleware hooks 3. Integration with managed agents in Foundry Agent Service 4. Multi-agent orchestration with HITL 5. Skills 6. Foundry Tools, Memory, Observability and Evaluations and many more. Check out the amazing blog post from Shawn Henry detailing the various features with concrete examples in Python and .NET https://lnkd.in/dKBRDujY

Microsoft has announced the production-ready release of Agent Framework 1.0 on April 3, 2026. This marks a significant milestone in the development of agentic AI. Key features include: - A stable, production-ready SDK for building agentic AI applications in both .NET and Python. - The unification of Semantic Kernel and AutoGen into one open-source framework. - Enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, cross-runtime interoperability, and long-term support. For more details, visit the link: https://lnkd.in/d35B5Awn

Excited to share that Microsoft Agent Framework has officially reached v1.0 for both .NET and Python! 🎉 This marks our production-ready release—with stable APIs and long-term support now in place. Whether you're building a single AI assistant or orchestrating multiple specialized agents, Agent Framework 1.0 enables enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, supports models from multiple providers, and delivers cross-runtime interoperability through A2A and MCP. Looking forward to seeing what the community builds with this!

The recent release of Microsoft Agent Framework version 1.0 for both .NET and Python marks a significant milestone. With stable APIs and a promise of long-term support, this framework can play a key role in the development of agent-based systems. However, beyond the excitement of a new toolkit, there's value in pondering the practicalities of implementation and integration. Throughout my experience, I've seen how frameworks can either simplify or complicate workflows. A well-designed framework like this one, with its focus on stability and language support, suggests potential for reducing complexity in distributed system architectures. The key will be determining how it can best fit into existing infrastructures and workflows without introducing unnecessary dependencies. This release encourages us to reassess how we manage agents in our systems, particularly in terms of automation and governance. Exploring how these capabilities can evolve to integrate with cloud-native platforms reveals opportunities for innovation and improved efficiency. #MicrosoftAgentFramework #DistributedSystems #CloudArchitecture https://lnkd.in/dgU2jQpX

Microsoft Agent Framework (MAF) v1.0 has been released. This is the production-ready release: stable APIs, and a commitment to long-term support. Whether you’re building a single assistant or orchestrating a fleet of specialized agents, Agent Framework 1.0 gives you enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, multi-provider model support, and cross-runtime interoperability via A2A and MCP. https://lnkd.in/e7VP2eWG #MAF #AI #AIAgents #Python #DoNet