LangChain
Framework for building LLM applications with chains, tools, and agents.
Why it is included
LangChain provides the engineering platform and open source frameworks developers use to build, test, and deploy reliable AI agents.
Best for
Python/JS teams shipping RAG, agents, and tool-calling workflows.
Strengths
- Open source
- High community visibility
Limitations
- Verify license and support model for your use case
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