Dify is an open-source LLMOps (Large Language Model Operations) platform that is designed to make it easy for developers and non-developers to create AI-native applications. It offers a user-friendly interface with visual orchestration for various types of applications. Dify provides ready-to-use applications and can also serve as a Backend-as-a-Service (BaaS) API. It simplifies the development process by offering a unified API for integrating plugins and datasets, as well as a single interface for prompt engineering, visual analytics, and continuous improvement of AI applications.

Key features and applications of Dify include:

Out-of-the-box websites that support both form mode and chat conversation mode.

A versatile API that encompasses plugin capabilities, context enhancement, and more, reducing the need for extensive backend coding.

Visual data analysis tools, log review capabilities, and annotation features for enhancing AI applications.

Dify not only supports established large language models like ChatGPT and Claude but also offers support for open-source LLMs such as Llama2 from Hugging Face and Replicate. This open-source platform allows users to create personalized applications tailored to their specific needs, making AI development more accessible and efficient.