griptape
Modular Python framework for AI agents and workflows with chain-of-thought reasoning, tools, and memory.
- 2.6k stars
- 266 forks
- 114 open issues
- Language: Python
- License: Apache-2.0
- updated
Install
git clone https://github.com/griptape-ai/griptape && cp griptape/*.md ~/.claude/agents/- Clone the repository and copy the agent .md definitions into ~/.claude/agents (or .claude/agents inside a project).
- Start a new Claude Code session to load the agents.
- Delegate work to them with the Task/Agent tool or by name.
Editor's note
Griptape is a modular Python framework for building generative AI agents, pipelines, and workflows that connects to Claude via Anthropic's API through swappable Prompt Drivers, allowing developers to substitute Claude for other LLMs with minimal code changes. The framework organizes work into three structure types: Agents (single-task), Pipelines (sequential tasks where output feeds forward), and Workflows (parallel tasks). Supporting components include three memory layers (Conversation, Task, and Meta), a RAG Engine for retrieval-augmented generation, an Extraction Engine for pulling JSON or CSV from unstructured text, an Eval Engine for scoring output quality, and built-in Tools for web search, web scraping, file management, SQL access, image generation, and audio transcription. Drivers abstract external services for vector stores, embeddings, reranking, and observability platforms, making provider substitution straightforward. The framework targets Python developers building production AI applications who need composable, testable abstractions rather than monolithic integrations.
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What people ask about griptape
What is griptape-ai/griptape?
griptape-ai/griptape is subagents for the Claude AI ecosystem. Modular Python framework for AI agents and workflows with chain-of-thought reasoning, tools, and memory. It has 2.6k GitHub stars and its last recorded update is dated 2026-10-23.
How do I install griptape?
You can install griptape by cloning the repository (https://github.com/griptape-ai/griptape) or following the README instructions on GitHub. ClaudeWave also provides quick install blocks on this page.
Is griptape-ai/griptape safe to use?
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Who maintains griptape-ai/griptape?
griptape-ai/griptape is maintained by griptape-ai. The last recorded GitHub activity is dated 2026-10-23, with 114 open issues.
Are there alternatives to griptape?
Yes. On ClaudeWave you can browse similar subagents at /categories/agents, sorted by popularity or recent activity.