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import { Conversation } from "@botpress/runtime";

export default new Conversation({
  channel: "*",
  handler: async ({ execute, message }) => {
    await execute({
      instructions: "You are a helpful assistant.",
    });
  },
});
The Agent Development Kit (ADK) is a CLI tool and development framework for building AI agents on Botpress. It provides a streamlined development experience with TypeScript support, hot reloading, and type-safe APIs for creating conversational AI applications.

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Project structure

Learn how an ADK project is organized

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What is the ADK?

The ADK is a framework that allows developers to build Botpress agents from code. It provides:
  • Project scaffolding: Quickly initialize new agent projects with templates
  • Type-safe development: Automatic TypeScript type generation for integrations, interfaces, and more
  • Development workflow: Hot reloading development server with live updates
  • Build and deploy: Compile and deploy agents to Botpress Cloud
  • Integration management: Add, update, and manage integrations from the Botpress Hub

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When to use the ADK

The ADK is ideal for:
  • Developers who prefer code-based workflows
  • Teams using version control and CI/CD pipelines
  • Projects requiring custom logic and integrations
  • Developers who need TypeScript type safety
For most users, we recommend Botpress Studio. The ADK is best suited for developers who need more control or integration with development workflows.
Last modified on March 16, 2026