PluginStackgoose
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What it does
An open-source, general-purpose AI agent that runs on your machine as a desktop app (macOS, Linux, Windows), a CLI and an API. It isn't only for code: it also handles research, writing and automation. It supports 15+ model providers and connects to tools through MCP extensions. Originally from Block, now part of the Agentic AI Foundation. Apache-2.0.
Who it's for
People who want one local agent for coding and everyday tasks, with their choice of model.
How to set it up
Download the desktop app from goose-docs.ai/docs/getting-started/installation, or install the CLI:
bashcurl -fsSL https://github.com/aaif-goose/goose/releases/download/stable/download_cli.sh | bashRun goose configure to pick a provider and model, then start a session:
bashgoose configure goose sessionAdd MCP extensions from the desktop app or through goose configure.
Check the official goose docs for the latest steps.
Example prompts
Set up a new Vite + React project here and get the dev server running.Read the CSV files in this folder and write a summary report as markdown.Review my last commit and suggest improvements.Demo
Demo coming soon
A short walkthrough of goose in action.
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