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MiniMax Token Plan 12% OFF:https://platform.minimax.io/subscribe/coding-plan?code=CzTFISAMdS&source=link MiniMax Platform:https://platform.minimax.io API Documentation:https://platform.minimax.io/docs/guides/text-generation Quick Install: https://github.com/nousresearch/hermes-agent?tab=readme-ov-file#quick-install Hermes: https://github.com/nousresearch/hermes-agent Nous Research: https://nousresearch.com/ Most AI agents are effectively lobotomised every time you start a new chat. Hermes changes the game by introducing self-improving learning loops and persistent memory that actually grows with you. In this video, I walk you through the full setup of Hermes using Minimax M2.7, showing you how to run it on a cheap VPS and even control it via Telegram. Key Takeaways: - Hermes features autonomous skill creation and periodic memory nudges. - You can run it for almost nothing on a £5 VPS or serverless infrastructure. - Complete terminal interface (TUI) with multi-editing and autocomplete. - Seamless migration strategy for existing OpenClaw users. - Full mobile control via Telegram, Discord, and Slack integration.
Most AI agents are effectively lobotomised every time you start a new chat.
The current state of AI assistants is frustratingly ephemeral. You spend hours prompting, explaining your preferences, and setting up workflows, only for the model to forget everything the moment the session ends. Hermes, the latest release from Nous Research, aims to kill that cycle once and for all.
What makes Hermes different?
Unlike standard wrappers, Hermes is a self-improving agent. It features built-in learning loops that allow it to create new skills based on experience. It does not just follow instructions: it nudges itself to persist knowledge and searches its own past conversations to build a deepening model of who you are across every session.
Key Features of the Hermes System
- Autonomous Skill Creation: It develops new capabilities after completing complex tasks.
- Deep Memory: Periodic nudges and agent-curated memory ensure it stays on track.
- Platform Agnostic: Run it on a cheap £5 VPS, a GPU cluster, or locally via Docker.
- TUI and Mobile Integration: A full terminal user interface with the ability to command your agent via Telegram, Discord, or Slack.
Setting Up Hermes with Minimax
The setup process is remarkably straightforward. By utilising the Minimax M2.7 coding plan, you can achieve high-speed performance without the overhead of massive local hardware.
- Initialisation: Run the quick start script and select your provider.
- API Integration: Input your Minimax token and base URL.
- Mobile Access: Use Telegram's BotFather to create a new bot and link it to Hermes.
- Migration: If you are coming from OpenClaw, Hermes can automatically detect and import your soul skills and API keys.
The Verdict
Hermes is not just another chatbot. It is a persistent digital employee that grows alongside your projects. Whether you are using it for autonomous research or coding, the ability to 'pair' with it via Telegram means you are never disconnected from your work.
I will be testing this against OpenClaw throughout the week to see if it truly lives up to the 'killer' moniker. Stay tuned for the full lowdown.