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Framework for building LLM applications with chains, agents, and RAG

Updated Nov 23, 2025
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About

LangChain is the leading open-source framework for building applications with large language models. It provides composable components for chains, agents, memory, and tool use, making it easy to build complex AI applications. With support for RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), multi-agent systems, and production-grade deployments via LangSmith, LangChain is the foundation for thousands of AI applications worldwide.

Key Features

  • Composable chains for multi-step workflows
  • Agent framework with tool use
  • RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation)
  • Memory management
  • Multi-model support
  • LangSmith for observability
  • Production-ready components
  • Extensive ecosystem

Use Cases

  • RAG applications with document Q&A
  • Multi-agent systems
  • Chatbots with memory
  • Tool-using AI agents
  • Complex AI workflows
  • Production LLM applications

Technical Details

Languages

PythonJavaScript/TypeScript

AI Models

Any LLM via unified interface

Integrations

OpenAIAnthropicGoogleVector DBs100+ integrations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LangChain?

LangChain is the leading open-source framework for building applications with large language models. It provides composable components for chains, agents, memory, and tool use, making it easy to build complex AI applications. With support for RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), multi-agent systems, and production-grade deployments via LangSmith, LangChain is the foundation for thousands of AI applications worldwide.

Is LangChain free?

Yes, LangChain is open source and free to use. Full framework access, All components, Community support

What programming languages does LangChain support?

LangChain supports 2+ programming languages including Python, JavaScript/TypeScript.

What AI models does LangChain use?

LangChain is powered by Any LLM via unified interface.

What platforms does LangChain support?

LangChain is available on All platforms.

What can LangChain do?

LangChain provides AI chat, agentic/autonomous mode. Key features include: Composable chains for multi-step workflows, Agent framework with tool use, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation).

Pricing

Free (Open Source)

$0
  • Full framework access
  • All components
  • Community support
  • Production use

LangSmith (Optional)

$39-99+/month
  • Observability
  • Testing
  • Monitoring
  • Team collaboration

Company

Name
LangChain (Harrison Chase)
Founded
2022
Location
San Francisco, CA
Users
Hundreds of thousands of developers

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