Automate LinkedIn with Hermes Desktop
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Overview
The Everyday AI Guy demonstrates how to automate LinkedIn posting using Hermes Desktop, an AI agent that integrates with OpenAI's ChatGPT. He walks through installation, setup with LinkedIn OAuth tokens, and creating reusable skills for consistent content generation. The video highlights Hermes' ability to draft and schedule posts while noting limitations like requiring always-on devices for automation.
Key takeaways
- Hermes Desktop integrates with OpenAI's ChatGPT subscription, allowing users to automate tasks using AI agents.
- LinkedIn automation requires OAuth access tokens generated through the LinkedIn Developer Portal.
- Skills in Hermes are reusable markdown files that define content preferences and posting guidelines.
- Hermes can draft LinkedIn posts but requires manual approval and always-on devices for scheduled publishing.
- Separate PCs or cloud VPS setups are recommended for 24/7 operation of Hermes agents.
Chapters
0:00
Installing and Setting Up Hermes Desktop
- Hermes Desktop app integrates with OpenAI's ChatGPT subscription
- Installation process involves downloading the app and linking OpenAI credentials
- Supports persistent memory and isolated sandboxing for task management
2:00
Configuring LinkedIn Automation with OAuth Tokens
- LinkedIn requires OAuth access tokens with posting permissions for automation
- Setup involves creating a LinkedIn developer app and generating tokens
- Hermes can draft posts but needs manual approval for publishing
8:00
Creating Reusable Skills for Content Generation
- Skills are markdown files containing reusable instructions for Hermes
- Can specify tone, structure, and hashtag preferences for LinkedIn posts
- Example skill: AI automation content for beginners with educational tone
15:00
Limitations and Practical Considerations
- Hermes requires always-on devices for scheduled posting automation
- Mac users can use caffeinate command to prevent sleep mode
- Separate PCs or cloud VPS recommended for 24/7 operation
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