Popular Agentic AI Tools and How to Use Them Locally

[S. M. Monowar Kayser]

1. Auto-GPT
What it is:
•   One of the first agentic AI systems
•   Can plan and execute tasks automatically
What it can do:
•   Build apps
•   Research topics
•   Write and run code
•   Automate workflows
How to use on your PC:
•   Install Python
•   Download Auto-GPT from GitHub
•   Add your OpenAI API key
•   Run it using command prompt
Best for: Developers and advanced users

2. CrewAI
What it is:
•   Multi-agent system (team of AI agents working together)
What it can do:
•   Assign roles (e.g., researcher, coder, writer)
•   Complete complex tasks step by step
How to use locally:
•   Install Python
•   Install CrewAI using pip
•   Write a simple script to define agents
•   Run from terminal
Best for: Structured projects and teamwork-like AI

3. LangChain Agents
What it is:
•   Framework to build AI agents
•   Connects AI with tools, APIs, and data
What it can do:
•   Build chatbots
•   Automate tasks
•   Connect with databases and apps
How to use locally:
•   Install Python
•   Install LangChain library
•   Use Jupyter Notebook or VS Code
•   Connect with an AI model (OpenAI or local model)
Best for: Custom AI applications

4. Ollama (Local AI Runner)
What it is:
•   Runs AI models directly on your PC (no cloud needed)
What it can do:
•   Run LLMs like Llama, Mistral locally
•   Build private AI assistants
How to use locally:
•   Download Ollama from official site
•   Install it
•   Run commands like:
ollama run llama3
Best for: Privacy and offline use

5. LM Studio
What it is:
•   Easy interface to run local AI models
What it can do:
•   Chat with AI offline
•   Run models without coding
How to use locally:
•   Download LM Studio
•   Install and open
•   Download a model
•   Start chatting
Best for: Beginners

6. Devin (Concept / Advanced AI Agent)
What it is:
•   AI software engineer (still evolving)
What it can do:
•   Write code
•   Debug
•   Build apps automatically
How to use locally:
•   Not fully available locally yet
•   But similar setups can be done using:
o   Auto-GPT
o   LangChain
Best for: Future autonomous development

7. ChatGPT + Tools (Semi-Agentic)
What it is:
•   AI assistant with agent-like capabilities
What it can do:
•   Write code
•   Plan projects
•   Help build apps step by step
How to use on PC:
•   Use browser or desktop app
•   Combine with:
o   VS Code
o   GitHub Copilot
Best for: Everyday users

Simple Setup You Need on Your PC
To use most agentic AI tools, you need:
•   A laptop or desktop
•   Internet connection (for cloud tools)
•   Python installed
•   Basic tools like:
o   VS Code
o   Terminal / Command Prompt
Optional but helpful:
•   GPU (for faster local AI)
•   Git (for downloading tools)

Easy Example Workflow
You want to build a website:
1.   Use ChatGPT → plan the idea
2.   Use GitHub Copilot → write code
3.   Use Auto-GPT → automate tasks
4.   Use browser → test your site
You just guide AI, it does most of the work

Important Tips
•   Start simple, don't use everything at once
•   Learn basic commands (Python, terminal)
•   Always check AI output
•   Use local tools (Ollama, LM Studio) for privacy
•   Use cloud tools for more power

Simple Conclusion
Agentic AI tools are like smart assistants that can build things for you.
With just a laptop, you can:
•   Create apps
•   Build websites
•   Automate tasks
The key is:
Give clear instructions and guide the AI step by step



S. M. Monowar Kayser
Lecturer, Department of Multimedia & Creative Technology (MCT)
Faculty of Science & Information Technology
Daffodil International University (DIU)
Daffodil Smart City, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Visit: https://monowarkayser.com/