Revise README for Microsoft Agent Framework launch#13936
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Updated README to reflect the transition from Semantic Kernel to Microsoft Agent Framework, including new links and version information.
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Updates the top-level README to announce Microsoft Agent Framework (MAF) as the successor to Semantic Kernel and to provide migration/learn-more links for users landing on this repository.
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- Adds an IMPORTANT banner stating the transition to Microsoft Agent Framework and highlighting MAF 1.0.
- Adds links to a blog post and a migration guide.
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| > Semantic Kernel is now [Micrsoft Agent Framework](https://github.com/microsoft/agent-framework)! Microsoft Agent Framework (MAF) is the enterprise‑ready successor to Semantic Kernel. Microsoft Agent Framework is now available at version 1.0 as a production-ready release: stable APIs, and a commitment to long-term support. Whether you're building a single assistant or orchestrating a fleet of specialized agents, Microsoft Agent Framework 1.0 gives you enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, multi-provider model support, and cross-runtime interoperability via A2A and MCP. | ||
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| > Learn more about Semantic Kernel and Agent Framework here: [Semantic Kernel and Microsoft Agent Framework on the Agent Framework blog](https://devblogs.microsoft.com/agent-framework/semantic-kernel-and-microsoft-agent-framework/), and try out the [Semantic Kernel migration guide](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/agent-framework/migration-guide/from-semantic-kernel). |
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The banner says "Semantic Kernel is now Microsoft Agent Framework", but the rest of this README still presents Semantic Kernel as the primary product (badges, installation commands, and the "What is Semantic Kernel?" section). Consider rewording the banner to clarify the relationship (e.g., successor project / migration path) so readers aren’t misled into thinking this repo/packages have been renamed or replaced.
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| > Semantic Kernel is now [Micrsoft Agent Framework](https://github.com/microsoft/agent-framework)! Microsoft Agent Framework (MAF) is the enterprise‑ready successor to Semantic Kernel. Microsoft Agent Framework is now available at version 1.0 as a production-ready release: stable APIs, and a commitment to long-term support. Whether you're building a single assistant or orchestrating a fleet of specialized agents, Microsoft Agent Framework 1.0 gives you enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, multi-provider model support, and cross-runtime interoperability via A2A and MCP. | |
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| > Learn more about Semantic Kernel and Agent Framework here: [Semantic Kernel and Microsoft Agent Framework on the Agent Framework blog](https://devblogs.microsoft.com/agent-framework/semantic-kernel-and-microsoft-agent-framework/), and try out the [Semantic Kernel migration guide](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/agent-framework/migration-guide/from-semantic-kernel). | |
| > [Microsoft Agent Framework](https://github.com/microsoft/agent-framework) is the enterprise-ready successor to Semantic Kernel. This repository and the packages referenced below are still Semantic Kernel, and the installation instructions in this README remain valid for Semantic Kernel users today. If you're starting a new project or planning for the future, consider evaluating Microsoft Agent Framework 1.0 for enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, multi-provider model support, and cross-runtime interoperability via A2A and MCP. | |
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| > To understand the relationship and plan a migration path, see [Semantic Kernel and Microsoft Agent Framework on the Agent Framework blog](https://devblogs.microsoft.com/agent-framework/semantic-kernel-and-microsoft-agent-framework/) and the [Semantic Kernel migration guide](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/agent-framework/migration-guide/from-semantic-kernel). |
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| > Semantic Kernel is now [Microsoft Agent Framework](https://github.com/microsoft/agent-framework)! Microsoft Agent Framework (MAF) is the enterprise‑ready successor to Semantic Kernel. Microsoft Agent Framework is now available at version 1.0 as a production-ready release: stable APIs, and a commitment to long-term support. Whether you're building a single assistant or orchestrating a fleet of specialized agents, Microsoft Agent Framework 1.0 gives you enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration, multi-provider model support, and cross-runtime interoperability via A2A and MCP. |
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I'd recommend we also add this to the specific /python + /dotnet READMEs as well. Since the Python README is packaged up as part of what is shown on PyPI.
I did this in #13932
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Closing in favor of #13932 |
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Updated README to reflect the transition from Semantic Kernel to Microsoft Agent Framework, including new links and version information.
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