The episode discusses playSMS, a free and open-source web interface for managing SMS gateways and bulk SMS services. It acts as a control center for SMS operations, connecting to various gateways like Gammu, Canal, or Twilio. playSMS offers features such as bulk SMS, personalized messaging, flash messages, and Unicode support. It can receive and forward SMS, set up auto-replies, trigger server commands via SMS, and integrate with external applications. The tool also includes security features like blacklist and firewall plugins, and is highly extensible, allowing users to build custom features. playSMS is actively developed, with recent updates for performance and security. It can be installed on standard servers or via Docker containers, catering to different technical preferences. The page encourages exploring the tool’s potential beyond basic text messaging and provides resources for further learning.
