castella-a2a

Connect to A2A protocol agents using A2AClient methods for messaging and streaming.

41|1|Updated May 21, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/i2y/castella --skill castella-a2a
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Skill: castella-a2a
Source: https://github.com/i2y/castella/tree/main/skills/castella-a2a
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/i2y/castella --skill castella-a2a

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Connect to A2A protocol agents from Castella to enable communication, agent discovery, and streaming of results.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agent connectivity: establish a client connection to A2A agents and retrieve agent metadata.
  • Messaging & skills: send messages, explore available skills, and handle responses with optional streaming support.
  • UI integration: display agent cards and wire streaming into Castella UI components for real-time updates.
  • Reliability: includes error handling for connection issues and agent errors.

Quick Start

Instantiate A2AClient with an agent URL and issue a query to retrieve the response.

Frequently Asked Questions about castella-a2a

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I connect to A2A protocol agents and stream their responses?

To connect to A2A protocol agents, instantiate A2AClient with an agent URL and use methods like ask_stream to retrieve streaming responses. This enables real-time agent-to-agent communication and result streaming.

What is the A2A protocol used for in agent-to-agent communication?

The A2A protocol is used for agent discovery, messaging, and streaming results between agents. It allows clients to retrieve agent cards, send messages, and handle both streaming and non-streaming responses.

Can I display A2A agent cards and wire streaming into UI components?

Yes, you can display A2A agent cards and wire streaming into UI components. The client retrieves agent metadata and streams results directly into your UI for real-time updates.

How do I retrieve available skills from an A2A agent?

To retrieve available skills from an A2A agent, use the A2AClient get_skill method. This allows you to explore agent capabilities and send targeted messages based on the available skills.

Does the A2A client handle connection errors and agent failures?

Yes, the A2A client includes error handling for connection issues and agent errors. This ensures reliable communication when establishing client connections or retrieving agent metadata.

What's the best way to send asynchronous messages to A2A agents?

The best way to send asynchronous messages to A2A agents is using the A2AClient ask_async method. This handles non-blocking communication and retrieves responses from the target agent.