Master LiveKit Agents with our step-by-step tutorial, detailed feature walkthrough, and expert tips.
Install the framework: pip install livekit
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deepgram Set up a LiveKit server or LiveKit Cloud project and generate API keys. Create a basic voice agent worker with STT, LLM, and TTS plugins configured. Connect a client using the LiveKit React SDK or web components to test the agent. Add function calling tools and tune VAD settings for production conversation quality.
💡 Quick Start: Follow these 4 steps in order to get up and running with LiveKit Agents quickly.
Explore the key features that make LiveKit Agents powerful for voice agents workflows.
Orchestrates Speech-to-Text, LLM inference, and Text-to-Speech in a streaming pipeline. LiveKit Agents supports streaming components so developers can build responsive voice agents while retaining control over model choice and conversation state.
Supports direct audio-to-audio pipelines through realtime model integrations where available, reducing the need to stitch together separate transcription, text generation, and speech synthesis steps for some use cases.
Includes voice activity detection and turn-taking support so agents can respond to speech boundaries and handle user interruptions during live conversations.
Uses interchangeable plugins for speech, language, and voice providers. Teams should verify the current provider list in LiveKit documentation because supported integrations can change over time.
Native SIP trunk integration connects voice agents to the public telephone network. Build inbound IVR systems, outbound calling workflows, or call center bots that interact with regular phone callers.
Agents can invoke tools and external APIs mid-conversation. The framework manages asynchronous tool execution while maintaining conversation state, allowing voice agents to look up data, book appointments, or trigger workflow actions.
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Tutorial updated March 2026