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Recent updates to Ara.

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April 2026

  • Refreshed SDK reference source links so docs consistently point to the public ara-python-sdk repository paths
  • Triggered docs rebuild to ensure generated SDK reference pages reflect the latest source-link mapping

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April 11, 2026 - Modal-style endpoint + session controls

  • Added first-class @fastapi_endpoint support in ara-sdk for manifest-driven HTTP endpoints
  • Introduced global session lifecycle aliases: ara start, ara status, and ara stop
  • Standardized endpoint request forwarding so runtime receives HTTP body under input
  • Added endpoint auth modes (none, header, bearer, hmac) and surfaced endpoint URLs in setup metadata

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April 5, 2026 - Developer docs and API clarity

  • Comprehensive documentation site at docs.ara.so
  • Architecture deep dives covering runtime behavior, memory, and execution flow
  • API reference coverage for sessions, files, skills, credentials, and usage
  • Guided quickstart paths that take users from account setup to first autonomous workflow faster

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April 2, 2026 - Roadmap acceleration milestone

  • Announced Y Combinator backing and accelerated product roadmap
  • Increased focus on deeper integrations, faster model routing, and stronger desktop-first workflows
  • Expanded investment in always-on assistant quality and reliability

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March 2026

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March 14, 2026 - Faster and clearer product experience

  • Improved PhoneChat interaction quality for a smoother first-use experience
  • Better visual hierarchy and readability across key landing and onboarding surfaces
  • Layout tuning that reduced friction across screen sizes

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March 12, 2026 - Web app reliability hardening

  • Stabilized standalone web deployment flow for more consistent uptime
  • Reduced broken-build scenarios by tightening dependency and build handling
  • Improved release stability so product updates land more reliably for users

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February 2026

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February 22, 2026 - Automation and integrations expansion

  • Full browser available in every container
  • Visual browsing from the web console
  • AI can autonomously browse, research, and fill forms
  • 250+ external service integrations via MCP
  • Google Workspace: Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets
  • Developer tools: GitHub, Linear, Notion, Slack

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February 14, 2026 - Cloud architecture and plans

  • Migrated to two-tier architecture with public API and fleet management
  • All users now run on cloud infrastructure
  • Desktop app connects to cloud (same features as web console)
  • Released Pro and Ultra plans.

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February 7, 2026 - Public launch

  • Ara public beta
  • Claude, GPT, and Gemini AI providers
  • Web console and Mac desktop app
  • Notes, Reminders, Calendar, and Email abilities