Introduction
Fonoster is the open-source alternative to Twilio, with 7,800+ GitHub stars. It provides a programmable telecom platform for building AI voice apps, IVR systems, and phone bots. Supports programmable voice verbs (Answer, Say, Gather, Dial), a Node.js SDK, OAuth2, and the Google Speech API. Ideal for developers building AI contact centers, voice assistants, or automated phone systems.
Fonoster — Open-Source AI Telecom Platform
Programmable Voice Verbs
| Verb | Function |
|---|---|
| Answer | Accept an incoming call |
| Say | Text-to-speech output |
| Gather | Collect user input (voice or keypad) |
| Dial | Connect to another number |
| Record | Record a conversation |
FAQ
Q: What is Fonoster? A: An open-source telecom platform (Twilio alternative) for building AI voice apps.
Q: Is it free? A: Completely free and open source (MIT), self-hosted.