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AI · March 18, 2016

Api.ai for Slack

Build a smart conversational Slack bot in 5 minutes.

Api.ai for Slack launched on March 18, 2016 with 420 votes, #26 of 4,409 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches.

In plain words

Api.ai for Slack enables users to build conversational bots for Slack without coding. The tool uses artificial intelligence to process natural language and automate responses within Slack workspaces. It targets teams seeking to streamline communication and automate routine tasks through intelligent chatbots. The product distinguishes itself by claiming setup in approximately five minutes, making bot creation accessible to non-technical users.

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