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An agent platform, or agent platform, is a software framework that provides a runtime environment for autonomous software agents within a multi-agent system. It supports the creation, deployment, coordination, and execution of agents, enabling them to perceive, reason, and act in a shared environment. Agent platforms typically offer communication facilities, agent lifecycle management, security, and interoperability with other platforms and external services.

Typical components include an agent container hosting agents, a messaging layer implementing an agent communication language (often aligned with FIPA standards), a directory service to publish and discover agents, and a management service for starting, stopping, and configuring agents, as well as policy and security modules.

Standards: Many platforms implement or align with FIPA specifications for agent communication and management, which promotes interoperability across systems and vendors.

Development: Agents can be programmed in various languages. JADE (Java) is a widely used open-source platform; SPADE (Python) is another option; Jason provides an AgentSpeak programming approach that can run on compatible platforms.

Applications and deployment: Agent platforms are used in automation of business processes, service orchestration, Internet of Things, robotics, and digital assistant-style agents. They emphasize scalability, security, fault tolerance, and integration with existing IT and OT systems.