Docker Agent
Docker's agent builder and runtime for defining and running agents.
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About Docker Agent
Docker Agent is listed in our frameworks category and is aimed at builders. Docker's agent builder and runtime for defining and running agents. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Active. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-16.
What is Docker Agent?
Docker Agent lets you build, run and share AI agents with a declarative YAML config, a rich tool ecosystem and multi-agent orchestration, without writing code.
It is a Docker CLI plugin run as docker agent, and you can create teams of specialized agents that delegate tasks automatically.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: docker.github.io/docker-agent.
Who is Docker Agent for?
Developers who already use Docker and want to define agents in YAML.
Docker Agent at a glance
- Open source: Yes (Apache License 2.0)
- GitHub: docker/docker-agent · 4,584 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Declarative YAML agents
- Docker CLI plugin
- Multi-agent teams with delegation
- Rich tool ecosystem
Docker Agent FAQ
What is Docker Agent?
Docker Agent lets you build, run and share AI agents with a declarative YAML config, a rich tool ecosystem and multi-agent orchestration, without writing code.
Who is Docker Agent for?
Developers who already use Docker and want to define agents in YAML.
Is Docker Agent free?
Docker Agent's pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Open-source tools are free to use, though you may still pay for model API usage or a hosted plan. Check the official site for current plans.
Is Docker Agent open source?
Yes. Docker Agent is released under the Apache License 2.0, according to its GitHub repository.
What are alternatives to Docker Agent?
Similar tools include Agno, OpenFang, IntentKit, OpenGAP, kagent and Agent Service Toolkit.
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