Linear

What is the Linear tool?

The Linear tool is a built-in capability in the Agno framework that allows AI agents to manage linear issues and project tracking. When added to an agent in Agno Builder, the agent can autonomously decide when to invoke this tool based on the user's request.

This tool requires a LINEAR_API_KEY environment variable. Get your API key at linear.app.

How to use Linear in Agno Builder

1. 1

   Create an agent

   Drag an Agent node onto the canvas in Agno Builder, or use one of the built-in templates.

2. 2

   Enable Linear

   Click the agent, go to the Tools tab, and toggle on "Linear" from the productivity category.

3. 3

   Add your API key

   Enter your LINEAR_API_KEY in the tool configuration. Your key stays in your browser and is never stored on our servers.

4. 4

   Test in chat

   Open the chat panel and send a message. The agent will automatically use Linear when relevant.

5. 5

   Export Python code

   Click File > Export Python to get clean, runnable code with the correct imports for Linear.

Python code example

This is the code Agno Builder exports when you use Linear:

from agno.agent import Agent
from agno.models.openai import OpenAIChat
from agno.tools.linear import LinearTools

agent = Agent(
    name="Linear Agent",
    model=OpenAIChat(id="gpt-4o"),
    tools=[LinearTools()],
    instructions=["Use the linear tool to help the user."],
    markdown=True,
)

agent.print_response("Help me with a linear task")

Install with: pip install agno # + set LINEAR_API_KEY