MetaGPT
Multi-agent framework — assign AI agents to roles, they collaborate like a software team.
Visit MetaGPT Free (open source, Apache 2.0)
What is MetaGPT?
MetaGPT is an open-source multi-agent framework. Assign LLM agents to roles (PM, Architect, Engineer, QA); they collaborate on a task — generating specs, code, tests, docs — like a small dev team. Strong research traction; production use still emerging.
Key features
- Role-based multi-agent design
- Output: specs, code, tests, docs
- Works with GPT-5.6, Claude, open models
- Plugin system for new roles
- Python-first
- 45k+ GitHub stars
Pros
- Open source — full control
- Multi-agent paradigm interesting for research
- Active community
Cons
- Not production-stable yet
- Token costs add up fast with role chatter
- Output quality varies wildly by task
Best for
AI researchers studying multi-agent systemsDevelopers prototyping agent workflowsOSS contributorsHackathon teams
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