Build Your Own AutoGPT Agent with Forge and Benchmark

Introduction to AutoGPT and Autonomous AI Agents

AutoGPT is a groundbreaking AI agent leveraging OpenAI's GPT-4 and GPT-3.5 APIs to autonomously tackle tasks through natural language interaction. Unlike traditional systems, AutoGPT initiates tasks without constant human guidance and is capable of adapting its strategies based on evolving information. This innovative technology can handle various tasks such as database management, file handling, web searches, and even text-to-speech capabilities.

AutoGPT excels in coding tasks and has the potential for self-improvement, outperforming other AI systems like ChatGPT in executing a wide range of tasks, from research to creative writing. Among its valuable components are Forge, which allows users to build their own conversational AI agent powered by AutoGPT, and Benchmark, a tool to test the agent's performance. This tutorial will guide you through the essentials of getting started using the command line tools provided by the AutoGPT team.

Ready to unleash the full potential of autonomous AI agents? Let's dive into the details!

Requirements for Getting Started

Before launching into the tutorial, ensure your development environment meets the following requirements:

Python 3.10+
OpenAI API Key
Git

Tutorial Outline

Setup
Using the User Interface
Testing Performance with Benchmark

Setup

To start, clone the AutoGPT repository and run the setup command. This will ensure you have Python, Poetry, Flutter, and Google Chrome installed on your system:

git clone https://github.com/your-repository/AutoGPT

After installation, terminate the setup script using CTRL + C. Verify if Poetry was installed correctly. If there's an error, you might need to add Poetry to your PATH:

Open the .bashrc file in your home directory (e.g., /home/your-user-name/.bashrc) in a text editor.
Add export PATH="$PATH:$HOME/.local/bin" at the end of the file.
Save the file and restart your terminal.

Next, choose a name for your agents and run the following command to create a new agent using Forge:

forge create-agent

List all available agents with:

forge list-agents

Navigate to the folder where your new agent was created, for example:

cd

Copy the example environment into a new .env file:

cp .env.example .env

Open the .env file and add your OpenAI API Key. Your environment should resemble this structure:

OPENAI_API_KEY=your-api-key

Now install the project dependencies:

poetry install

Activate the virtual environment with:

poetry shell

Make sure your virtual environment is active before running your agent. Now you can run the agent using:

uvicorn main:app --host 0.0.0.0 --port 8000

This command launches the server at http://0.0.0.0:8000 and monitors for changes.

Using the User Interface

Access the frontend at http://localhost:8000/ and log in using a Google or GitHub account. You can send tasks to your agent through the interface. The app automatically refreshes each time you save changes, allowing for real-time testing of your creations. As you explore the code, the app can evolve into a unique AI assistant tailored to your needs!

Creating Tasks with AutoGPT Forge UI

Inside the AutoGPT Forge UI, the "New Task" button is your gateway to creating tasks for your AI agent:

Click on the "New Task" button located at the top of the Task List section.
In the Task Interface, input task details.
Click the "Send" button to transmit the task to your agent.
Continue the interaction by typing additional messages and sending them as needed.

Leveraging Continuous Mode

One remarkable feature available is the "Continuous Mode," enabling your agent to perform tasks in a loop. However, be mindful of a warning message that may pop up if you haven't clearly defined your task conditions, as it could lead to a never-ending loop. If you're unsure of your agent's behavior, take it step by step, pressing the "Send" button incrementally.

Benchmarking: Gauging Your Agent's Proficiency

Benchmarking acts as your agent's performance report card. Click on the trophy icon within the AutoGPT Forge UI to dive into various challenge categories, creating your own test suite. Monitor your agent's progress in real time as it tackles the challenges. Results will be reported as passed, failed, or in progress, pushing your agent to enhance its capabilities.

Submitting Your Agent's Prowess to the Leaderboard

Once you're satisfied with your benchmark results, click the "Submit to Leaderboard" button. Fill out the submission form with the following details:

Team Name: Your team's name.
Github Repo URL: The link to your forked repository.
Commit SHA: Acquire this by running git rev-parse HEAD in your repository's root directory.

Once all fields are correctly filled, hit "Submit" to see your scores on the leaderboard and observe how your agent stacks up against the AutoGPT community.

Conclusion

Once you're finished with your tasks, remember to stop the agent running by using the following command:

exit

You can also exit your Poetry virtual environment with:

exit

This tutorial provides the basics to start developing your own AI agent powered by AutoGPT. As an evolving project, changes and improvements are constantly made, so stay updated by checking AutoGPT's GitHub page and joining the AutoGPT Discord server. The possibilities are endless as you embark on your journey creating powerful autonomous AI agents!