# crewai

This Cursor rule guides CrewAI projects toward modular Python code, explicit agent definitions, and task handoffs through context.

- rule · `type=rule` · Cursor · ★ 3580
- Author: sanjeed5
- License: CC0-1.0 · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/sanjeed5/awesome-cursor-rules-mdc/tree/HEAD/rules-mdc/crewai.mdc
- Updated: 2026-05-19
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/rules/crewai

## What it does

The rule applies to files matching `**/*.py`. It recommends placing agent definitions in `agents.py`, tasks in `tasks.py`, and crew orchestration in `crew.py` or `main.py`. Each agent should define a `role`, `goal`, and `backstory`, with its LLM chosen to suit the work.

It also covers linking tasks with `context` and assigning tools to agents that need them. Keep API keys and other sensitive settings out of source code; load them from environment variables instead. The guidance distinguishes production verbosity (`verbose=1`) from development and debugging (`verbose=2`), so preserve that split when configuring a project.

## Install

### Cursor (native platform)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/rules/crewai.mdc` — Frontmatter: description, globs, alwaysApply

### Claude Code

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.claude/rules/crewai.md` — The paths frontmatter field limits the files: move globs from the source into paths

### Codex

**AGENTS.md**
- Codex reads AGENTS.md: paste the rule text there

### GitHub Copilot

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/instructions/crewai.instructions.md` — The applyTo field sets which files it applies to: move globs from the source into applyTo

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/rules/crewai.md`

### Cline

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.clinerules/crewai.md`

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/sanjeed5/awesome-cursor-rules-mdc/tree/HEAD/rules-mdc/crewai.mdc

## When to use it
- split agents, tasks, and crew orchestration into modules
- give each agent a defined role, goal, and backstory
- pass one task’s output to another through `context`
- move API keys out of source code
- choose tools and LLMs for each agent’s work

## Example prompts
- Organize this CrewAI code into `agents.py`, `tasks.py`, and `crew.py` using the rule.
- Check that every agent defines `role`, `goal`, and `backstory`.
- Connect the CrewAI tasks with `context` and move API keys into environment variables.

## Source text · crewai.mdc · CC0-1.0

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````text
---
description: Definitive guidelines for building robust, maintainable, and scalable multi-agent systems using CrewAI, focusing on modularity, clear role definition, and disciplined LLM configuration.
globs: **/*.py
---
# CrewAI Best Practices

This document outlines the definitive best practices for developing with CrewAI, ensuring your multi-agent systems are maintainable, performant, and production-ready. Adhere to these guidelines for all new and existing CrewAI projects.

## 1. Code Organization and Structure

Always modularize your agents, tasks, and crews into dedicated Python modules. This promotes reusability, version control, and clear separation of concerns.

### 1.1. Dedicated Modules for Agents, Tasks, and Crews

**Always separate definitions.** Agents belong in `agents.py`, tasks in `tasks.py`, and the crew orchestration in `crew.py` (or `main.py`).

❌ BAD: Monolithic file
```python
# main.py
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
researcher = Agent(role='Researcher', ...)
research_task = Task(description='Research topic', agent=researcher, ...)
crew = Crew(agents=[researcher], tasks=[research_task], ...)
```

✅ GOOD: Modular structure
```python
# agents.py
from crewai import Agent
from tools import search_tool # Assume tools.py exists

class ResearchAgents:
    def senior_researcher(self) -> Agent:
        return Agent(
            role='Senior Researcher',
            goal='Uncover critical insights and data points.',
            backstory='Expert in data analysis and synthesis.',
            verbose=True, allow_delegation=False, tools=[search_tool]
        )

# tasks.py
from crewai import Task
from agents import ResearchAgents

class ResearchTasks:
    def __init__(self):
        self.agents = ResearchAgents()

    def research_topic(self, topic: str) -> Task:
        return Task(
            description=f"Conduct comprehensive research on '{topic}'.",
            expected_output='A detailed report summarizing key findings.',
            agent=self.agents.senior_researcher(),
            async_execution=False
        )

# crew.py
from crewai import Crew, Process
from agents import ResearchAgents
from tasks import ResearchTasks

class MyCrew:
    def __init__(self, topic: str):
        self.topic = topic
        self.agents = ResearchAgents()
        self.tasks = ResearchTasks()

    def run(self):
        crew = Crew(
            agents=[self.agents.senior_researcher()],
            tasks=[self.tasks.research_topic(self.topic)],
            process=Process.sequential,
            verbose=2
        )
        return crew.kickoff()

if __name__ == "__main__":
    result = MyCrew("AI Agent Frameworks in 2025").run()
    print(result)
```

### 1.2. Clear Agent Role Definition

Every agent *must* have explicit `role`, `goal`, and `backstory`. These are the primary drivers of agent behavior.

❌ BAD: Vague agent
```python
researcher = Agent(role='Researcher')
```

✅ GOOD: Detailed agent
```python
researcher = Agent(
    role='Senior Market Analyst',
    goal='Provide actionable insights on emerging AI trends.',
    backstory='With years of experience in tech market analysis, I excel at identifying key drivers and potential disruptors.',
    verbose=True, allow_delegation=False
)
```

## 2. LLM Selection and Configuration

Match LLM capabilities to agent requirements. Always externalize LLM configuration.

### 2.1. Strategic LLM Selection

Choose LLMs based on task complexity, cost, and latency. For complex reasoning, use powerful models (e.g., GPT-4o, Claude Opus). For simple, high-volume tasks, use faster, cheaper models.

❌ BAD: Arbitrary LLM choice
```python
from langchain_openai import ChatOpenAI
llm = ChatOpenAI(model_name="gpt-3.5-turbo") # No justification
```

✅ GOOD: Purpose-driven LLM choice
```python
from langchain_openai import ChatOpenAI
# For complex analysis where accuracy is paramount
complex_llm = ChatOpenAI(model_name="gpt-4o", temperature=0.2)
# For quick, high-volume data retrieval
fast_llm = ChatOpenAI(model_name="gpt-3.5-turbo", temperature=0.7)
````
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