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Date Published
Author
Kris Gutta
Word count
656
Language
English
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None

Summary

Speech Recognition is now Generally Available on the Twilio Programmable Voice API, allowing developers to convert speech to text and analyze intent during any voice call, with support for 119 languages and dialects, a simple pay-as-you-go pricing structure, and no models to train or machine learning to orchestrate. It can be integrated directly into existing applications using the Gather verb and provides features such as real-time transcriptions, keyword spotting, and conversational bots, making it suitable for use cases like IVR phone tree navigation, data capture, and customer support. With its simplicity and broad language support, developers can easily integrate Speech Recognition into their applications to improve user experience and enhance communication.