Julep
Stateful agents as a service
AI agent frameworkAgent backendApache-2.0Runs locallyPythonIntermediate
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What is Julep?
Julep provides a backend for long-running, stateful agents with persistent memory and scheduled tasks, so your agents survive restarts.
Why people choose Julep
- Persistent state across sessions
- Scheduled and long-running tasks
- Self-hostable backend
Julep at a glance
| Category | AI agent framework |
| Type | Agent backend |
| License | Apache-2.0 |
| Runs locally | Yes |
| Built with | Python |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Best for | agents that must run for days, not seconds |
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FAQ
Is Julep free?
Julep is free and open-source (Apache-2.0 license), so you can use, self-host and modify it at no cost.
Can I run Julep locally?
Yes. Julep is designed to run on your own machine or server, keeping your data private.
What is the best alternative to Julep?
Popular open-source alternatives include CrewAI, Paperclip, AutoGen. See the comparisons above to choose.
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