OpenHands for software tasks in an isolated runtime

How it works

OpenHands provides an environment around the model and agent tools. The runtime choice determines which files, processes and network resources the agent can reach.

What you need

The agent needs a runtime with the dependencies for your task. Verify whether your deployment uses a local container or another execution environment before sharing repository mounts.

What to try first

Use a disposable checkout and a task with a known reproduction. Save the run output and compare the resulting patch and test results with the task's acceptance criteria.

Confirm a generated patch applies to the intended starting revision. An isolated workspace can drift from the source branch while the agent is working.

Where to look for failures

Isolation depends on deployment configuration. Check mounts, credentials and network access before letting the runtime handle unfamiliar code or install dependencies.

Related Franklin pages

Run multi-step agents on disposable tasks with known completion criteria. Inspect the actual side effects, especially when a tool times out after partially completing its work.

• Build and run agent workflows with connected blocks and integrations. AutoGPT Platform for visual agent workflows
• Build repeatable browser workflows around forms, navigation and extracted data. Skyvern for running browser workflows

For a library of development workflows that can complement a coding agent, see Franklin’s Superpowers profile. Superpowers

Project documentation

• Current project README
• README at the reviewed revision