LlamaIndex is a data framework for LLM applications. It excels at ingesting, indexing, and querying diverse data sources (PDFs, databases, APIs) for RAG applications. Think of it as the "data layer" for your AI application.

When should I use LlamaIndex vs LangChain?

Use LlamaIndex when your primary challenge is data ingestion and retrieval (complex documents, multiple data sources, structured + unstructured data). Use LangChain for general LLM application logic and agent workflows. They work well together.

How do I build a RAG pipeline with LlamaIndex?

Basic steps: (1) Load documents with SimpleDirectoryReader, (2) Create a VectorStoreIndex, (3) Create a query engine. LlamaIndex handles chunking, embedding, and retrieval. Advanced features include hierarchical indexing, multi-document agents, and structured output.

LlamaCloud is LlamaIndex's managed platform for document parsing, indexing, and retrieval. It includes LlamaParse for high-quality document extraction (PDFs, tables, images) and managed indexes. Ideal for production RAG without infrastructure management.

LlamaParse is LlamaIndex's document parsing service that extracts structured content from complex documents (PDFs with tables, images, multi-column layouts). It significantly improves RAG quality for real-world documents compared to basic text extraction.

Does LlamaIndex support agents?

Yes. LlamaIndex provides agent frameworks including ReAct agents, OpenAI function-calling agents, and multi-document agents. Agents can use tools, query multiple indexes, and perform complex reasoning across your data.

What vector stores does LlamaIndex support?

LlamaIndex integrates with 20+ vector stores: Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, Qdrant, pgvector, Redis, and more. It also supports hybrid search combining vectors with keyword search. Switch between stores without changing your application code.

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