The Jovo open-source framework, a beloved tool for building cross-platform voice applications, is being archived. Join Mark and Allen as they discuss Jovo's history, its impact on the voice development landscape, and what its sunset means for developers. While the news might be bittersweet, we take this opportunity to celebrate Jovo's contributions and explore the valuable lessons learned from its innovative approach to voice app development. We delve into the framework's key features, including its plugin and pipeline architecture, and discuss how these concepts can still inspire future voice projects. Plus, Mark shares his personal experiences using Jovo and hints at exciting potential future directions for forked versions of the framework. Whether you're a seasoned Jovo user, a curious voice developer, or interested in open-source contributions, this episode offers insights and inspiration for your next voice project.

More info:

- https://github.com/jovotech/jovo-framework

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rce0KGFyz8

[00:00:00] Introduction and Disappointing News

[00:01:41] What was Jovo?

[00:06:18] Early Jovo Encounters

[00:07:38] The Vision of Jovo

[00:09:24] Jovo's 4 P's: Purpose, Platforms, Pipelines, and Plugins

[00:14:47] Abstraction Layers and Modern Analogies (LangChain, GenKit)

[00:17:20] The Official Announcement: Jovo's Archiving

[00:18:44] What Archiving Means for Developers

[00:22:25] Reflections on Jovo's Impact and Future Directions

[00:25:44] The Importance of Contributing to Open Source

[00:26:19] Lessons Learned from Jovo and Open Source Contributions

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