telephony

Manage Twilio phone numbers, send SMS, and initiate AI voice calls.

Updated Jun 17, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #voice #twilio #telephony #sms #ai-calls

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/cxnaive/hermes-agent-llbot --skill telephony-cxnaive

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Skill: telephony
Source: https://github.com/cxnaive/hermes-agent-llbot/tree/main/optional-skills/productivity/telephony
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cxnaive/hermes-agent-llbot --skill telephony-cxnaive

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a unified interface for telephony tasks like buying numbers, sending messages, and initiating AI-driven voice calls without requiring complex webhook infrastructure.

Core Features & Use Cases

Number Management: Search for, purchase, and manage Twilio phone numbers directly from the agent.
Communication: Send SMS/MMS messages and initiate direct Twilio calls with text-to-speech.
AI Voice Integration: Place outbound AI-driven phone calls using Bland.ai or Vapi for conversational interactions.
Use Case: Automate deployment notifications via SMS or have the agent call a service provider to schedule an appointment using natural language.

Quick Start

Use the telephony skill to search for a new Twilio phone number in the 702 area code and save it for future use.

Frequently Asked Questions about telephony

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

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How do I send automated SMS messages using Twilio without setting up webhooks?▼

You can send automated SMS and MMS messages via Twilio without managing webhook infrastructure. The skill provides a unified interface for outbound messaging and inbound polling directly from your agent.

Can I make AI voice calls with Twilio using Bland.ai or Vapi?▼

Yes, you can place outbound AI-driven calls via Twilio by integrating with Bland.ai or Vapi. This enables conversational interactions for scheduling appointments or delivering voice-based status updates using natural language.

What is the best way to buy and manage Twilio phone numbers programmatically?▼

The best way is using an automated agent interface to search, purchase, and save numbers by area code. The skill maintains persistent state for agent-owned numbers, enabling future messaging and calling workflows.

Do I need webhook infrastructure to poll inbound Twilio SMS messages?▼

No, webhook infrastructure is not required to poll inbound Twilio SMS messages. The skill handles inbound polling natively through a unified script interface, eliminating the need for external webhook routing.

Can I automate deployment alerts via SMS and voice calls?▼

Yes, deployment alerts can be automated via SMS text messages or direct Twilio voice calls with text-to-speech. This facilitates automated communication workflows to notify teams of deployment statuses.

Does Twilio text-to-speech work for automated appointment scheduling calls?▼

Twilio text-to-speech works for automated calls by initiating direct voice interactions or leveraging Bland.ai and Vapi integrations. This enables agents to call service providers and schedule appointments using natural language conversation.