Frameworks and software for agent-first computing
Our research focuses on local AI infrastructure, agent interfaces, and MCP systems — with Courier OS and Scout as the flagship. Projects and case studies prove the patterns in production.
How we work
The research loop
Design research → Courier/Scout capabilities → MCP and interface patterns → client and open-source applications.
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Agent-first design research
Study how probabilistic interfaces replace deterministic UIs — tool routing, trust, feedback, and emerging AI/AX patterns.
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Courier & Scout capabilities
Ship those patterns into Courier OS and Scout — local models, computer use, MCP tools, and operator surfaces.
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MCP & interface patterns
Codify reusable MCP servers, efficiency tricks, and agent experience patterns for products and partners.
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Client & open-source applications
Apply the stack to SubmittalIQ, Cook'n/DVO, FlowDB, Courier Dispatch, and more.
Inside Courier
Scout
A local agent that can do anything you can on your computer
Scout is the agent inside Courier OS — optimized to run open-source models on your machine instead of relying on cloud models. It operates your computer, connects to MCP tools, and turns local inference into a real agentic interface.
Optimized for open-source models
- Runs on your computer — not dependent on cloud model APIs
- Can do anything you can on your computer as a local agent
- Connects to MCP tools from the MCP Store and custom servers
- Part of Courier OS — inference, dashboard, and device management included
Courier OS
The operating system for local AI on Apple silicon
Courier OS is the literal operating system for local AI — built to run open-source models on Apple silicon you control. A web dashboard for management and monitoring, plus inference, Scout (our local agent), custom apps, automations, agentic coding tools, and device management.
Local inference & APIs
Production inference on Apple silicon — open-source models, OpenAI-compatible APIs, and flat costs on hardware you control.
Self-hosted inference
OpenAI-compatible APIs on your hardware
Deploy private inference on dedicated Apple silicon — unlimited usage on open-source models, with production APIs for agents, apps, and integrations.
- Open-source models optimized for Apple silicon
- OpenAI-compatible endpoints for agents and apps
- Web dashboard for models, usage, and health
Managed hosting
Production inference without running the hardware
When you want Courier capabilities without a hardware project, we host and operate Courier OS for you — same stack, operated by our team.
- Fully managed inference with monitoring and updates
- Predictable monthly costs
- Same Courier OS stack, operated by RecursionAI
Multi-node orchestration
Local inference across your hardware footprint
Design and deploy Courier OS across the Apple silicon you have — expanding as your local AI footprint grows.
- Unified API layer across devices
- Cluster planning and capacity for growing usage
- Migration paths as your infrastructure evolves
Scout, agents & MCP apps
Scout-powered local agents, custom MCP apps, workflow automations, and agentic coding — wired into how your team actually works.
Scout — local agent interface
An agent that can operate your computer
Scout is the local agent in Courier OS — optimized for open-source models on your machine. Custom apps, employee tools, MCP connections, and automations without cloud model dependency.
- Local agent that can do what you can on your computer
- Optimized for open-source models — not cloud APIs
- Custom MCP apps and internal tools
Agentic coding
Coding assistants on your hardware
Deploy agentic coding tools optimized for smaller open-source models — systems and harnesses that bring frontier capability locally.
- Local coding assistants for engineering teams
- Agent harnesses tuned for your stack and models
- Private repos, private inference
Custom agent workflows
Agents connected to your business
Build and deploy agentic workflows that connect to your tools, data, and processes — MCP integrations, custom connectors, and production agent pipelines.
- MCP workflows wired into existing software
- Agent pipelines for ops, support, and internal tools
- Custom automations built on Courier OS
Infrastructure & device management
We manage your Courier OS fleet for you, or hand you the tools to run it yourself — from one Mac to a full deployment.
Managed infrastructure
We run Courier OS for you
Device provisioning, monitoring, updates, and health checks — we manage the Courier OS fleet so your team focuses on using agents, not babysitting hardware.
- Remote monitoring and alerting via the web dashboard
- Model updates, patches, and capacity management
- Ongoing operations as part of a build engagement
Self-managed operations
You run it — we set it up and train you
Full handoff with dashboard access, remote device management, and operational playbooks — your IT team runs Courier OS with cloud-grade visibility.
- Device and fleet management tooling
- SSH access, health monitoring, and runbooks
- Training for your team to operate the stack
Stack connectivity
Wire Courier OS into your business
Connect Courier OS to the systems you already use — CRMs, internal tools, data stores, and employee workflows — so local agents are part of production.
- Integration architecture and implementation
- Identity, access, and security considerations
- Handoff documentation and ongoing support
AI/AX · Emerging
Agent Interface / Agent Experience — in development
AI/AX is an emerging category under active R&D. Custom design expertise and $200/seat team trainings are available now. Frameworks, publications, SDKs, and tools are coming soon — not shipping yet.
Available now
Expertise & training
Request custom AI/AX design help for agent integrations, or book team sessions on agent design, MCP development, and emerging AI/AX principles.
Coming soon · Roadmap
Artifacts in active R&D
- Principles and frameworks for Agent Interface / Agent Experience
- Publications and maturity-model examples
- Training curriculum for product and engineering teams
- SDKs for agent integration and evaluation
- Design and evaluation tools
Projects & case studies
Evidence from the lab and the field
Courier-powered client work, MCP open source, and earlier agent product R&D.
Open source & lab
Tools we ship in the open
MCP servers, agent data layers, and product experiments from RecursionAI.
Want Courier or Scout for your team?
Start a project for implementation, or explore the product directly.