# Microsoft AutoGen

> Multi-agent conversation framework from Microsoft Research

AutoGen is Microsoft Research's open-source framework for building multi-agent AI applications. It enables multiple AI agents to converse, collaborate, and solve complex tasks together. Supports human-in-the-loop workflows, code execution, and tool use. Foundation for enterprise AI automation.

## Quick facts

- Categories: Developer Tools, Automation, AI Agents
- Pricing: Free
- Free plan: Yes
- Official site: https://microsoft.github.io/autogen/
- Last checked: 2026-10-23

## Key features

- Multi-agent AI framework by Microsoft
- AutoGen Studio visual builder
- Flexible agent conversation patterns
- Human-in-the-loop support
- Code execution agents
- Open-source framework

## Use cases

- Building multi-agent AI systems
- Research on agent architectures
- Complex task automation with AI agents
- Code-generating agent workflows

## Links

- Nextool.ai page: https://nextool.ai/tools/autogen/
- Alternatives: https://nextool.ai/alternatives/autogen/

Source: Nextool.ai (https://nextool.ai/tools/autogen/). Pricing and features change; confirm on the provider's site before relying on them.