Microsoft Semantic Kernel

Microsoft Semantic Kernel

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An open-source SDK that connects existing code with AI capabilities. It's an orchestration layer that enables developers to build AI agents that use 'semantic functions' and 'native functions' to understand user intent and execute tasks.

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Tool Type

SDK

Model Used

Integrations with various LLMs (e.g., OpenAI, Azure OpenAI)

Features

  • AI orchestration with a planner to break down goals
  • Creation of 'semantic functions' (prompts) and 'native functions' (code)
  • Seamless integration with existing business logic and systems
  • Built-in support for vector memory and RAG patterns
  • Extensive support for C#, Python, and Java

Use Cases

  • Adding conversational AI to existing enterprise applications.
  • Automating business workflows with existing code and LLMs.
  • Building AI agents that can interact with legacy databases and APIs.
  • Prototyping and developing intelligent assistants for internal use.

Reviews

Pros

  • Its core strength is its ability to integrate with an existing tech stack, especially for C# and .NET developers.
  • The 'semantic reasoning' approach to understanding intent and executing a plan is highly effective.
  • It's a great choice for enterprise environments due to its focus on security, reliability, and integration with Microsoft services.
  • The concept of 'plugins' and 'skills' makes it easy to add new capabilities to an agent.

Cons

  • The community is smaller and less active compared to LangChain's ecosystem.
  • The framework can be less flexible for building highly custom, non-enterprise applications.
  • Its focus on existing codebases may not be ideal for greenfield projects where a more AI-native approach is preferred.

Areas for Improvement

  • Expand the community and open-source contributions to increase the number of plugins and integrations.
  • Improve the documentation and provide more clear tutorials for developers new to the framework.
  • Enhance the tooling and developer experience to be more competitive with other frameworks.

Pricing

Open-Source

Free
  • Full access to the SDK
  • Integration with existing code and APIs
  • Community and Microsoft documentation

Capabilities

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Vision input
Depends on the LLM and specific tool integrations.
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Voice
Depends on the LLM and specific tool integrations.
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API access
Full API access for custom integrations.
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File upload
Supports file uploads for data processing.
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Fine-tuning
No built-in fine-tuning capabilities.
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Memory
Supports conversation memory and context.
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Mobile app
SDK-based, not a mobile app.
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Code execution
Built-in code generation and execution capabilities.
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Real-time data
Supports real-time agent communication and data processing.
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Multi-modal
Primarily text-based agent communication.