01What Is Hermes Agent OS and How Does It Work

Hermes Agent OS is a system that takes the Hermes AI agent and puts it inside a visual operating system. Instead of using a boring terminal, you get a full interface with tools, profiles, and workflows. It lets you control your computer, generate content, and run autonomous tasks easily.

The system works by connecting Hermes to different tools and models. You can switch between modes like voice, studio, and goal mode. It also supports MCPs, which let you plug in almost any tool with a few clicks.

Everything is saved in one workspace so you can access it later.

02Main Features of Hermes Agent OS

The AgentOS includes many powerful features that make Hermes more useful. Here are the key ones shown in the episode:

  • Hermes Jarvis – A voice-activated personal AI butler that can open apps, have real-time conversations, and do daily briefings.
  • Studio – Create images, videos, and voice notes using models like Grok and Minimax.
  • Goal mode – Set a goal and let Hermes loop for 20 to 50 turns until it finishes the task.
  • MCP support – Paste in an MCP to connect to any tool in a couple of clicks.
  • Custom agents – Create separate profiles for different tasks, like a game developer or music agent.
  • Wall mode – Keep the agent running on a monitor or TV, ready to control your computer.

03How to Set Up Hermes Agent OS

Setting up the AgentOS is simple, even if you're not technical. Julian Goldie, who says he doesn't code, built his own system. Here are the steps he shows:

  1. Get access to the AgentOS from the AI Profit Boredom community or build your own using Hermes.
  2. Open the AgentOS and create your agent profiles. You can have multiple profiles, like Julian or Julian 5.2.
  3. Add your preferred models, such as Grok or Minimax, in the settings.
  4. Plug in any MCPs you need. Just paste the MCP link and connect it to your tool.
  5. Set up your custom skills for specific tasks, like music or video creation.
  6. Switch to wall mode if you want the agent to run in the background on a display.

In the community, people like Rick set up the whole AgentOS in just 30 minutes. Jose did it in one day. So it's quick to get started.

04How to Use Hermes Agent OS in Practice

Using the AgentOS is about making AI work for you. First, test the voice control. Say “open Obsidian” and Hermes Jarvis opens it instantly.

You can switch to real-time conversation or click to close. You can also set a wake word to turn it on and off.

For content, use the studio to generate images, videos, or voice notes. The video agent is especially powerful. You give it one prompt, like “the new update from Japan that beats Fable 5 on benchmarks,” and it creates a fully edited video with a voiceover, B-roll, and captions.

It even includes the research and script.

For music, the music agent plugs into the Suno API. You can generate tracks, save them, star them, or make a playlist. All your work is saved in the workspace.

For autonomy, use goal mode. Set a goal and a target, then walk away. The agent loops around, a judge checks the output, and it continues until it's good enough.

05Results and Comparisons Shown in the Episode

The episode shows real results you can achieve. With the video agent, Julian created a five-minute long video from a single prompt. That's not a short clip; it's a full production with a voiceover and editing.

He also built a full galaxy image using agents just hours after Sakana was released.

For SEO, the AgentOS automates the whole process. It takes data from Google Search Console, finds new keywords, generates content, and deploys it to five different websites. Julian showed a blog post created that morning with one click.

The episode also compares the AgentOS to older methods. Using Hermes in the terminal is boring and limited. The AgentOS is 10 times more powerful because it breaks everything into visual workflows.

It's not the same level as just using Hermes desktop.

06Tips, Limits, and Mistakes to Avoid

Julian gives important advice for getting the most out of the AgentOS. First, don't use Hermes only in the terminal. You risk falling behind by six to twelve months.

Instead, use the visual system to slice features into steps.

Second, don't just prompt. The future is loop engineering. Set up loops where agents work until the job is done.

For example, one Hermes agent defines the 'definition of done,' and another judges the result.

Third, avoid overcomplicating. Even if you're non-technical, you can build everything. Julian says he doesn't understand HTML or code, but he created a mind-blowing system.

So don't let fear stop you.

One limit is that you need to set up the system first. It may take 30 minutes or a day, depending on your experience. Also, the episode mentions that Sakana just dropped, and they plugged it in quickly, showing you need to stay updated.

07Who Should Use Hermes Agent OS

The AgentOS is for anyone who wants to harness AI without being a coder. Julian highlights that 99% of people are behind, but if you start now, you're ahead. He targets business owners, entrepreneurs, and non-technical people who want to get results with AI.

It matters because it changes how you work. You can manage multiple agents, create content, automate SEO, and run tasks in parallel. Everything is saved in one place, so you can see your work.

The episode shows a community with 186 pages of users getting results, and 111 people online at the time to help you.

Whether you build your own or get it from the AI Profit Boredom community, the system is designed to be simple. The goal is to make AI accessible to everyone, not just tech experts.

08Next Steps to Get Started with Hermes Agent OS

If you want to try the AgentOS, the episode shows how to get it. You can build it yourself or join the AI Profit Boredom community. Julian says he provides the exact system ready to go in 30 minutes.

Here's what you get in the community: video tutorials, a zip file of the AgentOS, and daily updates. When new tools like Sakana come out, they add step-by-step guides quickly. You also get access to coaching calls, a map to meet local builders, and a community that answers questions daily.

To start, go to AIProfitBoredom.com or check the link in the comments. You can be up and running in 30 minutes, just like Rick did. The window is now, before this becomes normal in two years.