> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.openmic.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started with Openmic

> Build powerful voice AI systems for inbound and outbound calls in minutes

<Info>
  **Ready to build?** Create your first voice agent in under 5 minutes using
  our dashboard, or integrate voice capabilities directly into your
  applications.
</Info>

## What is Openmic?

Openmic is a comprehensive platform for building voice-powered AI applications. We handle the complex infrastructure so you can focus on creating exceptional conversational experiences.

<Note>
  **Perfect for:** Customer support automation, sales calls, appointment
  booking, lead qualification, and any scenario requiring natural voice
  interactions.
</Note>

### Key Capabilities

Openmic enables you to:

* **Engage naturally** with callers through human-like conversations
* **Handle calls at scale** with inbound and outbound telephony
* **Integrate seamlessly** with your existing tools and databases
* **Automate complex workflows** like booking, support, and sales processes

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## How Voice AI Works

Every Openmic system combines three core technologies working together:

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  <Card title="Speech to Text" icon="microphone" iconType="solid">
    Converts caller speech into text that AI can understand and process.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Large Language Model" icon="brain" iconType="solid">
    Processes conversations and generates intelligent, contextual responses.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Text to Speech" icon="volume-high" iconType="solid">
    Transforms AI responses into natural-sounding speech.
  </Card>
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<Tip>
  **Fully customizable:** Choose from leading providers like OpenAI,
  Anthropic, Google, Deepgram, ElevenLabs, and more for each component.
</Tip>

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## Platform Features

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  <Card title="Lightning Fast" icon="bolt" iconType="solid">
    **Sub-500ms response times** ensure natural, real-time conversations
    without awkward delays
  </Card>

  <Card title="Full Telephony" icon="phone" iconType="solid">
    **Complete call handling** with inbound/outbound capabilities and number
    provisioning
  </Card>

  <Card title="Web Integration" icon="globe" iconType="solid">
    **Embed voice features** directly into your applications and websites
  </Card>

  <Card title="Powerful Integrations" icon="plug" iconType="solid">
    **Connect everything** - APIs, databases, CRMs, and thousands of
    third-party tools
  </Card>
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