OpenHands: The AI Software Development Platform That Lets You Code Less & Make More

Tired of tedious coding tasks? OpenHands is revolutionizing software development with AI agents that handle everything a human developer can – from coding and debugging to web browsing and API calls. Discover how to code less and make more with this powerful AI platform.

What is OpenHands and Why Should You Care?

OpenHands (formerly OpenDevin) is an open-source platform powered by AI agents designed to automate software development tasks. Imagine an AI assistant that can:

• Modify code based on your instructions.
• Execute commands in a terminal.
• Browse the web for solutions and resources.
• Interact with APIs seamlessly.
• Even copy snippets from StackOverflow!

With OpenHands, you can significantly boost your productivity and focus on the bigger picture. If you want to automate software development tasks, OpenHands is the perfect solution.

Get Started with OpenHands: Two Easy Ways

Setting up OpenHands is straightforward. Here are two convenient methods to get started:

1. OpenHands Cloud: The Simplest Option

The easiest way to dive in is with OpenHands Cloud. It comes with:

• A user-friendly interface.
• Pre-configured environment.
• $50 in free credits for new users!

Sign up today and start automating your development workflow immediately.

2. Run OpenHands Locally with Docker

For more experienced developers, you can also run OpenHands on your local system using Docker. Here's a quick start command using Docker:

docker pull docker.all-hands.dev/all-hands-ai/runtime:0.34-nikolaik
docker run -it --rm --pull=always \
 -e SANDBOX_RUNTIME_CONTAINER_IMAGE=docker.all-hands.dev/all-hands-ai/runtime:0.34-nikolaik \
 -e LOG_ALL_EVENTS=true \
 -v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock \
 -v ~/.openhands-state:/.openhands-state \
 -p 3000:3000 \
 --add-host host.docker.internal:host-gateway \
 --name openhands-app \
 docker.all-hands.dev/all-hands-ai/openhands:0.34

Once running, access OpenHands at http://localhost:3000. You'll need to select an LLM provider and provide an API key. Claude 3.5 Sonnet is a recommended option.

Important Considerations

• Single-User Use: OpenHands is designed for individual developers on their workstations.
• Not for Multi-Tenancy: It lacks built-in authentication, isolation, and scalability features for multi-user environments.
• Security: If using on a public network, consult the Hardened Docker Installation Guide to secure your deployment.

For advanced deployment options in multi-tenant environments, please contact the OpenHands team.

Explore Advanced Features

OpenHands offers various ways to integrate into your workflow:

• Connect to your local filesystem.
• Run in scriptable headless mode.
• Interact via a friendly CLI.
• Integrate with GitHub Actions for tagged issues.

Find detailed instructions and setup guides in the Running OpenHands documentation. If you're interested in modifying the source code, check out Development.md.

Join the OpenHands Community & Shape the Future

OpenHands thrives on community contributions. Here's how you can get involved:

• Slack: Discuss research, architecture, and future development.
• Discord: General discussions, questions, and feedback.
• GitHub Issues: Report bugs, suggest features, and contribute to the project.

Contributing to Open Source AI Software Development

OpenHands is licensed under the MIT License, promoting open innovation and collaboration. The project acknowledges and appreciates the numerous contributors and open-source projects that form its foundation.

Ready to revolutionize your software development process? Start using OpenHands today and experience the power of AI-driven automation!