telephony

Name: telephony
Availability: InStock
Author: Nitish

Send SMS, MMS, and voice calls via Twilio integration.

Updated Jun 26, 2026

Search Tags:#twilio #telephony #sms #hermes #vapi #mms #bland.ai #ai calling

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom --skill telephony-nitish-gitbit

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Skill: telephony
Source: https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom/tree/main/optional-skills/productivity/telephony
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom --skill telephony-nitish-gitbit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires twilio, and includes scripts (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Empowers Hermes with Twilio-powered phone capabilities without altering the core tool, enabling SMS, MMS, and voice calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

Twilio Integration: Leverage Twilio for SMS, MMS, voice calls, and inbound SMS polling.
AI-Driven Outbound Calls: Integrate with Bland.ai or Vapi for AI-driven outbound calling.
Use Case: Set up Hermes to automatically send SMS alerts to clients, make AI-driven follow-up calls for customer service, and manage Twilio numbers for personalized communication.

Quick Start

Use the telephony skill to send an SMS to +15551230000 with the message 'Your order has been shipped.'

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 SMS alerts to clients using Twilio without modifying my core Hermes tool?▼

You can send SMS alerts by installing the telephony skill, which integrates Twilio capabilities into Hermes without altering the core tool. It enables automated SMS messaging for notifications and personalized client communication workflows.

Can I make AI-driven outbound calls from Hermes using Bland.ai or Vapi?▼

Yes, you can make AI-driven outbound calls from Hermes using Bland.ai or Vapi. The telephony skill supports AI calling integrations to automate customer service follow-ups and personalized agent communication.

Do I need a Twilio account to enable MMS and voice calls in Hermes?▼

Yes, a Twilio account is required to enable MMS and voice calls in Hermes. The telephony skill uses Twilio as its core dependency for handling SMS, MMS, voice calls, and inbound SMS polling.

What is the best way to set up inbound SMS polling for customer service automation?▼

The best way to set up inbound SMS polling for customer service automation is through the telephony skill. It leverages Twilio integration to poll inbound messages and trigger automated Hermes workflows.

Does the telephony skill support sending MMS messages alongside SMS notifications?▼

Yes, the telephony skill supports sending MMS messages alongside SMS notifications. Using the Twilio integration, you can send multimedia content and text alerts directly through Hermes workflows.

Why use Hermes telephony integrations instead of directly calling the Twilio API in scripts?▼

Using Hermes telephony integrations avoids altering your core tool while enabling SMS, MMS, and AI calling workflows. It manages Twilio and Bland.ai integrations within Hermes, ideal for notification systems without custom API scripting.