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MetaGPT

SOP-based multi-agent metaprogramming that simulates an IT company.

Scenario Code + tests generated from a one-line spec
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Suitability

Best for

Generating code and tests from a one-line spec via an SOP 'software company'.

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Resource-intensive and slow (sequential calls); narrow to the dev-team metaphor.

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Architecture & integrations

Metaprogramming; simulates an IT company, generates code and tests from a single line.

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Pattern support

Sequential Pipeline
NativeComposable / supportingColor = ladder level L1–L4
Native patterns: SOP-based Multi-Agent
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