PilotDeck
Task-oriented AI Agent productivity platform
PilotDeck is an open-source, task-oriented AI agent operating system built around isolated WorkSpace environments for multi-project productivity. Developed by Tsinghua University THUNLP, ModelBest, OpenBMB, and AI9Stars, it delivers traceable white-box memory, smart model routing to cut token costs by up to 70%, and always-on background execution that continues tasks even when you're away. The platform natively supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and provides a web UI, CLI, and instant-messaging integration for flexible agent interaction across parallel projects.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Multi-project content operations: manage separate social-media campaigns (e.g., Xiaohongshu) with isolated memory and tone per brand
- 02Automated research and white-paper generation from web sources with model-routed cost optimization
- 03Long-running code development: build iOS AR games, low-code platforms, or full applications while stepping away from the keyboard
- 04Multilingual podcast and audio-video editing workflows: transcribe, translate, and publish content in six+ languages
- 05Background data monitoring and report generation with proactive task discovery and file-based deliverables
- 06Domain-specific literature reviews, multi-source data consolidation, and codebase architecture documentation at 1/6 the cost of frontier models
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PilotDeck — FAQ
What is PilotDeck?+
PilotDeck is an open-source AI agent operating system designed for multi-task productivity with WorkSpace isolation, white-box memory, smart routing, and always-on execution. It supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows.
How do I install PilotDeck?+
On macOS/Linux, run the one-line installer: curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/OpenBMB/PilotDeck/main/install.sh | bash. On Windows, use PowerShell: powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -c "irm https://raw.githubusercontent.com/OpenBMB/PilotDeck/main/install.ps1 | iex". Developers can also install from source with Node.js 22.13+ and pnpm.
Which AI clients and models work with PilotDeck?+
PilotDeck supports OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, MiniMax, and any OpenAI-compatible endpoint, plus local Ollama models. It provides web UI, CLI, and integrations with WeChat and Feishu for IM-based access.
Do I need API keys to use PilotDeck?+
Yes, you must configure at least one model provider with an API key in ~/.pilotdeck/pilotdeck.yaml or via the Web UI settings panel during onboarding. Local Ollama models do not require API keys.
Is PilotDeck free?+
PilotDeck itself is free and open-source under the AGPL 3.0 license. You pay only for the model API usage from your chosen provider; smart routing can reduce token costs by ~70% compared to single-model setups.
What are the system requirements for PilotDeck?+
You need Node.js version 22.13.0 or newer (below v23) with built-in SQLite support. The installer handles dependencies on macOS, Linux, and Windows; developers installing from source should also enable corepack for pnpm.
How do I install PilotDeck?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. PilotDeck is a agent — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is PilotDeck free?+
PilotDeck is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.