telephony

Automates Twilio provisioning and calling tasks for CLAWG via Bland.ai or Vapi.

14|2|Updated Mar 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gquthier/CLAWG --skill telephony-gquthier
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: telephony
Source: https://github.com/gquthier/CLAWG/tree/main/optional-skills/productivity/telephony
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gquthier/CLAWG --skill telephony-gquthier

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

CLAWG telephony empowers agents to own and use a dedicated phone identity by provisioning and persisting a Twilio number, enabling outbound SMS/MMS, direct calls, and AI-assisted outbound calls through Bland.ai or Vapi, without embedding telephony into core tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Own, configure, and persist a reusable agent phone number.
  • Send and poll SMS/MMS messages without a webhook server.
  • Make direct Twilio calls or AI-powered calls via Bland.ai or Vapi.
  • Import owned numbers into Vapi for enhanced call handling and analytics.
  • Safely manage credentials and remember state across CLAWG sessions.

Quick Start

Install and configure the Telephony skill, save Twilio credentials, buy a number, and run a sample outbound call or SMS test.

Frequently Asked Questions about telephony

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send SMS messages with Twilio without setting up a webhook server?

Provision a Twilio number and use the telephony CLI helpers to send outbound SMS and poll inbound messages locally. This approach avoids webhook server setup by persisting credentials and state to retrieve messages directly.

Can I make AI-powered outbound calls using my Twilio number?

Yes, you can make AI-assisted outbound calls by routing your provisioned Twilio number through Bland.ai or Vapi. The skill manages provider selection and applies guardrails and safety rules to automate the call flow.

What is the best way to own a reusable AI agent phone number?

The best way to own a reusable agent phone number is provisioning a dedicated Twilio number and persisting its credentials locally. This enables SMS, MMS, direct calls, and AI outbound calls without embedding telephony into core tools.

Does Bland.ai or Vapi work with Twilio numbers for AI voice agents?

Both Bland.ai and Vapi work with Twilio numbers for AI voice agents. You can import your owned Twilio numbers into either provider to enable AI outbound calls, enhanced call handling, and analytics.

How do I manage Twilio credentials safely for an automated phone agent?

You manage Twilio credentials safely by using the skill's built-in credential management and state persistence features. This stores authentication details securely and remembers your telephony configuration across automation sessions.

Can I send MMS messages directly through Twilio for my automated agent?

Yes, you can send MMS messages directly through Twilio once you provision and configure a dedicated number. The skill enables outbound MMS alongside SMS, direct calls, and AI outbound calls without requiring webhook integrations.