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PaddlePaddle

A full deep-learning toolkit from China for building, training and running AI models.

What it does

PaddlePaddle is a framework for building AI models, similar in role to PyTorch or TensorFlow. Its makers say it was China's first independently developed deep-learning platform, open-sourced in 2016.

It handles training and running models, including large ones spread across many chips, and supports scientific computing. Its makers say it's used widely in industries such as manufacturing and agriculture.

Who it's for

AI engineers and researchers building and training models.

Can I use it without coding?

Developers only. A programming framework for specialists. New to this? Start here.

Can I run it?

Cost
FreeNothing to pay or sign up for.
API key
Not needed

Try it

Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?

Before you install

  • Only download from the official GitHub page. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
  • License (Apache-2.0): Permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
  • More on staying safe

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