An intelligent personal assistant for Windows, powered by UFO² framework for seamless desktop automation and productivity enhancement.
CadentialAI is a personal Windows AI assistant project, built on top of Microsoft's UFO² framework. It serves as an intelligent companion that understands natural language commands and automates complex desktop workflows across multiple applications. The goal is to create a truly personalized AI assistant that learns from usage patterns and becomes increasingly helpful over time.
| Smart Desktop Automation | Contextual Learning | Multi-Application Workflows |
|---|---|---|
| Leverages UFO²'s advanced Windows integration for precise control detection and native API usage. | Learns from usage patterns and preferences to provide increasingly personalized assistance. | Seamlessly coordinates actions across Office, browsers, development tools, and system utilities. |
| Voice & Text Interface | Personal Knowledge Base | Productivity Optimization |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts commands through both voice input and text, adapting to preferred interaction styles. | Builds a personalized knowledge base from documents, emails, and work patterns. | Identifies repetitive tasks and suggests or automates workflow improvements. |
CadentialAI is built as a layer on top of UFO²'s Desktop AgentOS, incorporating:
- Personal Command Interface – Natural language processing for voice and text commands with personalized vocabulary
- UFO² Integration Layer – Direct integration with UFO²'s HostAgent and AppAgent systems for desktop automation
- Learning Engine – Machine learning components that adapt to workflows and preferences
- Knowledge Management – Personal document indexing, email integration, and contextual information retrieval
- Productivity Analytics – Tracking and optimization of daily computer usage patterns
- Custom Skill Modules – Specialized modules for specific workflows (development, writing, research, etc.)
Built on UFO²'s proven foundation of Windows UIA, Win32, and WinCOM integration for reliable desktop control.
- Python >= 3.10
- Windows OS >= 10
- UFO² Framework (included)
- OpenAI API Key (for GPT-4 integration)
# Clone the CadentialAI repository (includes UFO framework)
git clone https://github.com/Cadential-Studios/CadentialAI.git
cd CadentialAI
# Create virtual environment
python -m venv .venv
.venv\Scripts\activate
# Install all dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt
# Install UFO dependencies
pip install -r UFO\requirements.txt
# Setup configuration files
.\setup.ps1 -SetupConfig# Edit your API keys in the config file (this file is not tracked by Git)
notepad config.yaml
# Also configure UFO settings
notepad UFO\config\config.yamlImportant: The config.yaml file contains your API keys and is automatically excluded from Git commits for security.
- Copy the configuration template:
copy UFO\ufo\config\config.yaml.template UFO\ufo\config\config.yaml- Add the OpenAI API key and configure personal settings:
HOST_AGENT:
API_TYPE: "openai"
API_KEY: "your-openai-api-key"
API_MODEL: "gpt-4o"
APP_AGENT:
API_TYPE: "openai"
API_KEY: "your-openai-api-key"
API_MODEL: "gpt-4o"# Start CadentialAI (it will automatically load UFO framework)
python cadential_ai.py
# Or run UFO directly
cd UFO
python -m ufo --task "personal_assistant"- Desktop Automation: Full UFO² integration for Windows application control
- Natural Language Processing: Understands conversational commands
- Basic Learning: Remembers frequently used commands and preferences
- Multi-App Workflows: Coordinates tasks across different applications
- Personal Configuration: Customizable behavior and response patterns
- FL Studio Integration: Specialized music production workflow automation
- Advanced Voice Integration
- Custom wake word recognition ("Hey Cadential")
- Conversation memory and context
- Voice-first interaction mode
- Real-time voice commands during work
- Personal Habit Learning
- Daily routine recognition and automation
- Predictive task suggestions based on time/context
- Smart calendar integration and meeting prep
- Workflow pattern detection and optimization
- Enhanced Document Management
- Personal document indexing and intelligent search
- Email integration and automated responses
- Note-taking and knowledge capture from conversations
- Cross-reference personal knowledge base
- Proactive Assistance
- Ambient computing awareness (detect what is being worked on)
- Background task optimization and scheduling
- Smart notification management and filtering
- Context-aware interruption handling
- Creative Workflow Support
- Deep FL Studio integration for music production
- Creative writing assistance and idea generation
- Project management automation across creative tools
- Inspiration capture and organization system
- Development Assistant Features
- Code review and optimization suggestions
- Automated testing and deployment workflows
- Development environment management
- Bug tracking and resolution assistance
- Contextual Computing
- Advanced understanding of work/personal contexts
- Mood and energy level adaptation
- Smart focus mode and deep work protection
- Adaptive interface based on current activities
- Advanced Automation
- Complex multi-step workflow creation and execution
- Cross-application data synchronization
- Smart home integration (lighting, music, environment)
- Automated backup and file organization
- Personal AI Evolution
- Personality development that reflects preferences
- Advanced reasoning about personal goals and priorities
- Long-term pattern recognition and life optimization
- Proactive goal tracking and achievement support
- Mobile Companion App
- Remote desktop control from anywhere
- Mobile-to-desktop task handoff seamlessly
- Location-based automation triggers
- Voice commands on mobile that execute on desktop
- Cloud Intelligence
- Personal data analytics and insights dashboard
- Cross-device learning synchronization
- Advanced predictive modeling for productivity
- Personal metrics and self-improvement suggestions
- Professional Integration
- Team collaboration features for shared projects
- Work-focused automation suites
- Professional network integration
- Client communication and project management
- Lifestyle Integration
- Health and wellness tracking integration
- Personal finance management and insights
- Entertainment and media consumption optimization
- Social interaction and relationship management
- Learning and Growth
- Personal skill development tracking
- Educational content curation and delivery
- Knowledge gap identification and filling
- Career development planning and support
- Creative Partnership
- Co-creative AI for music, writing, and art
- Idea development and refinement assistance
- Creative project planning and execution
- Inspiration synthesis from various sources
- Security & Privacy
- End-to-end encryption for all personal data
- Local-first processing options for sensitive information
- Granular privacy controls and data ownership
- Regular security audits and updates
- Performance Optimization
- Reduced resource usage and battery optimization
- Faster response times and predictive loading
- Efficient background processing
- Smart resource allocation based on current tasks
- Accessibility & Inclusion
- Enhanced accessibility controls for all users
- Multi-language support for global use
- Customizable interaction modes for different needs
- Voice-only operation for hands-free scenarios
- Core Framework: Microsoft UFO² (Desktop AgentOS)
- AI/ML: OpenAI GPT-4o, planned local LLM integration
- Voice Processing: Windows Speech Platform, Azure Speech Services
- Desktop Integration: Windows UIA, Win32, WinCOM APIs
- Data Storage: Vector databases for personal knowledge, local SQLite
- Development: Python 3.10+, Modern async/await patterns
- UI Framework: Planned - Custom WPF/WinUI interface
CadentialAI/
├── UFO/ # UFO² framework (submodule)
├── cadential/ # Personal AI assistant modules
│ ├── core/ # Core CadentialAI functionality
│ ├── skills/ # Specialized skill modules
│ ├── learning/ # Personal learning and adaptation
│ └── interfaces/ # Voice, text, and GUI interfaces
├── config/ # Personal configuration files
├── data/ # Personal knowledge base and logs
└── docs/ # Project documentation
CadentialAI is designed with these principles:
- Privacy First: Personal data stays local when possible, full user control
- Learning Oriented: Continuously improves through usage and feedback
- Non-Intrusive: Enhances workflow without disrupting natural patterns
- Extensible: Modular design for easy customization and feature addition
- Reliable: Built on UFO²'s proven Windows automation foundation
- Personal: Adapts to individual preferences and working styles
CadentialAI includes specialized modules for music production:
- Voice commands for FL Studio workflow automation
- Pattern recognition and beat creation assistance
- Project organization and sample management
- Collaboration tools for music projects
- Smart task scheduling based on energy levels and calendar
- Automated email sorting and response suggestions
- Document organization with intelligent tagging
- Meeting preparation and follow-up automation
Cadential Studios welcomes:
- Feature suggestions and ideas for improvement
- Bug reports and testing feedback
- Documentation improvements and clarifications
- Discussion about AI assistant patterns and best practices
- Collaboration on specific features or modules
This project is released under the MIT License.
Built on UFO² Framework by Microsoft Research:
- UFO² Paper: https://arxiv.org/abs/2504.14603
- UFO² Repository: https://github.com/microsoft/UFO
Special thanks to the UFO² team for creating such a powerful foundation for Windows desktop automation.
For questions, suggestions, or collaboration:
- Project: CadentialAI - Personal Windows AI Assistant
- Developer: Cadential Studios
- GitHub Issues: For bug reports and feature requests
- Built with: Microsoft UFO² Framework
CadentialAI • Personal AI Assistant • Built with UFO² • 2024