OnsetLab – Open-source framework for local tool-calling AI agents

Summary: OnsetLab enables running AI agents locally by turning small language models into tool-calling agents that operate within your environment. It avoids cloud dependencies and hidden executions, allowing full control over models and tools on your own machine.

What it does

OnsetLab runs AI agents locally that use small language models to call real tools and interact with the local environment. It supports deployment via Python, Docker, or vLLM without relying on cloud services.

Who it's for

It is designed for developers and users who need AI agents that run on-device without cloud lock-in or data sharing concerns.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of cloud dependency by enabling lightweight, private AI agent execution fully controlled on local machines.