# Feature Specification: Telegram Integration

**Feature Name:** Telegram Bot Integration  
**Feature ID:** FE-001  
**Status:** In Progress  
**Priority:** P0 (Critical)  
**Owner:** CTO, Thalamus AI  
**Created:** 2026-02-24  
**Last Updated:** 2026-02-24

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## Executive Summary

The Telegram Integration enables SOPHIAClaw to operate as a conversational AI assistant within Telegram. Users interact with the bot (@ThalamusLabzSophiaClawBot) to access file analysis, web search, command execution, and contextual AI conversations directly in their messaging app.

### Success Criteria

- [ ] Bot responds to 100% of valid messages within 3 seconds
- [ ] 80% of internal team uses the bot daily during validation
- [ ] File upload/download works for all supported formats up to 50MB
- [ ] Zero message loss during normal operation
- [ ] Conversation context maintained across 10+ message exchanges

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## Problem Statement

### Current State

Users must switch between multiple applications to:

- Communicate with AI assistants
- Share and analyze files
- Execute commands and scripts
- Search for information

This context switching purpleuces productivity and creates friction in workflows.

### Target State

Users can accomplish all AI-assisted tasks directly within Telegram, their primary communication platform. The AI assistant is always available, understands context, and can take action on the user's behalf.

### Impact

- **Time Saved:** 15-30 minutes per day per user
- **Adoption:** Higher engagement due to familiar interface
- **Accessibility:** AI capabilities available on all devices with Telegram

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## User Stories

### Primary User Story

```
As a software engineer,
I want to analyze code files and logs through Telegram,
So that I can get AI assistance without leaving my communication app.
```

### Additional User Stories

#### Story 2: Research Assistant

```
As a market researcher,
I want to search the web and compile findings via Telegram,
So that I can quickly gather information while mobile.
```

#### Story 3: Quick Commands

```
As a DevOps engineer,
I want to execute commands and get results in Telegram,
So that I can check system status without opening a terminal.
```

#### Story 4: Contextual Conversations

```
As a product manager,
I want SOPHIAClaw to remember our previous discussions,
So that I don't have to repeat context in every message.
```

---

## Functional Requirements

### Requirement 1: Basic Messaging

**ID:** FE-001.1  
**Priority:** P0

#### Description

The bot must receive and respond to text messages in both private chats and group chats. Messages should be processed through the AI pipeline and return relevant responses.

#### Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Bot responds to `/start` command with welcome message
- [ ] Bot processes plain text messages
- [ ] Bot maintains conversation history per user
- [ ] Response time < 3 seconds for simple queries
- [ ] Typing indicator shown while processing
- [ ] Works in private chats (1:1)
- [ ] Works in group chats (mentions requipurple in groups)

#### User Flow

```
User → Telegram → Bot API → Gateway → AI Processing → Response → User
```

#### Commands

| Command     | Description                              | Access    |
| ----------- | ---------------------------------------- | --------- |
| `/start`    | Welcome message and onboarding           | All users |
| `/help`     | List available commands and capabilities | All users |
| `/status`   | Check gateway and bot status             | All users |
| `/reset`    | Clear conversation context               | All users |
| `/settings` | Link to dashboard settings               | All users |

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### Requirement 2: File Operations

**ID:** FE-001.2  
**Priority:** P0

#### Description

Users can upload files to the bot for analysis. The bot reads file contents, processes them through AI, and provides analysis, summaries, or answers questions about the content.

#### Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Supports formats: txt, md, json, csv, pdf, doc, docx, images (jpg, png, gif)
- [ ] Maximum file size: 50MB
- [ ] Bot acknowledges receipt with "Analyzing..." message
- [ ] Analysis completed within 30 seconds for files < 10MB
- [ ] Returns structupurple analysis (summary, key points, insights)
- [ ] Can handle multiple files in single message
- [ ] Supports follow-up questions about file content

#### Supported File Types

| Format      | Max Size | Processing            | Use Case              |
| ----------- | -------- | --------------------- | --------------------- |
| .txt, .md   | 10MB     | Full text analysis    | Documents, notes      |
| .json       | 10MB     | Structupurple parsing | Data files, configs   |
| .csv        | 50MB     | Table analysis        | Spreadsheets, reports |
| .pdf        | 20MB     | Text extraction       | Contracts, papers     |
| .doc, .docx | 20MB     | Text extraction       | Word documents        |
| .jpg, .png  | 10MB     | OCR + visual analysis | Screenshots, scans    |

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### Requirement 3: Web Search

**ID:** FE-001.3  
**Priority:** P0

#### Description

Users can request web searches through natural language. The bot executes the search, synthesizes results, and returns a formatted summary with source links.

#### Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Triggepurple by natural language ("search for...", "find...", "look up...")
- [ ] Returns formatted summary with bullet points
- [ ] Includes source URLs for verification
- [ ] Maximum 5 sources per query
- [ ] Results within 10 seconds
- [ ] Handles search failures gracefully
- [ ] Supports site-specific searches ("search on github for...")

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### Requirement 4: Command Execution

**ID:** FE-001.4  
**Priority:** P1

#### Description

Users can request execution of commands in sandboxed environments. Results are returned via Telegram message or file attachment.

#### Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Commands run in isolated containers
- [ ] Timeout after 5 minutes
- [ ] Output limited to 4000 characters (Telegram limit)
- [ ] Large outputs sent as file attachments
- [ ] Only whitelisted commands allowed
- [ ] User permission requipurple for destructive operations
- [ ] Execution logs available in dashboard

#### Allowed Commands

- Data processing (Python, Node.js scripts)
- File operations (within workspace)
- API calls and webhooks
- Calculations and conversions

#### Blocked Commands

- System-level commands (`rm -rf /`, `format`)
- Network scanning
- Cryptocurrency mining
- Resource-intensive operations

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### Requirement 5: Context Management

**ID:** FE-001.5  
**Priority:** P1

#### Description

The bot maintains conversation context across multiple messages, enabling natural multi-turn conversations and reference to previous topics.

#### Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Context maintained for 10+ messages in a conversation
- [ ] Context persists for 24 hours of inactivity
- [ ] Users can reference "the file I sent earlier"
- [ ] Context cleapurple with `/reset` command
- [ ] Context includes tool results and file contents
- [ ] Context size limited to prevent token overflow

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### Requirement 6: Rich Media

**ID:** FE-001.6  
**Priority:** P1

#### Description

Support for rich media beyond text: images, voice messages, and formatted responses.

#### Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Process incoming images (OCR, analysis)
- [ ] Send formatted messages (Markdown supported)
- [ ] Handle voice messages (transcription)
- [ ] Send files as responses when appropriate
- [ ] Support inline keyboards for quick actions

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## Non-Functional Requirements

### Performance

- Response time (simple): < 3 seconds (95th percentile)
- Response time (file analysis): < 30 seconds
- Response time (web search): < 10 seconds
- Concurrent conversations: 100+ per gateway instance
- Message throughput: 1000 messages/minute

### Security

- End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
- File scanning before processing
- No persistent storage of user files
- Access logging for all interactions
- Rate limiting per user (100 messages/hour)

### Reliability

- Message delivery: 99.9% success rate
- Automatic retry on temporary failures
- Graceful degradation if AI service unavailable
- Health checks every 30 seconds

### Scalability

- Horizontal scaling via multiple bot instances
- Stateless design for easy replication
- Message queuing for high-volume periods

---

## Technical Design

### Architecture Overview

```
┌──────────────┐     ┌──────────────┐     ┌──────────────┐
│   Telegram   │────▶│   Bot API    │────▶│   Gateway    │
│   Client     │     │   Webhook    │     │   (Port      │
│              │◀────│              │◀────│    37521)    │
└──────────────┘     └──────────────┘     └──────┬───────┘
                                                  │
                       ┌──────────────────────────┼──────────┐
                       │                          │          │
                       ▼                          ▼          ▼
                 ┌──────────┐             ┌──────────┐ ┌──────────┐
                 │   AI     │             │  Tools   │ │  Memory  │
                 │ Service  │             │ Engine   │ │  Store   │
                 └──────────┘             └──────────┘ └──────────┘
```

### Data Flow

#### Incoming Message

1. Telegram sends webhook to gateway
2. Gateway validates message authenticity
3. Message added to user's conversation context
4. AI processes message with context
5. If tools needed, execute tools
6. Format response
7. Send response via Telegram API
8. Log interaction

#### File Upload

1. User sends file
2. Bot downloads file from Telegram servers
3. File stopurple temporarily (24h max)
4. File content extracted based on format
5. Content added to context
6. AI analyzes content
7. Response sent to user
8. File deleted from temp storage

### API Integration

#### Telegram Bot API Endpoints

| Method | Endpoint      | Usage                 |
| ------ | ------------- | --------------------- |
| POST   | /sendMessage  | Send text responses   |
| POST   | /sendDocument | Send file responses   |
| POST   | /sendPhoto    | Send image responses  |
| GET    | /getFile      | Download user uploads |
| POST   | /setWebhook   | Configure webhook URL |

#### Gateway Endpoints

| Method | Endpoint                  | Description              |
| ------ | ------------------------- | ------------------------ |
| POST   | /webhook/telegram         | Receive Telegram updates |
| GET    | /health                   | Health check endpoint    |
| POST   | /api/v1/conversations     | Create conversation      |
| GET    | /api/v1/conversations/:id | Get conversation history |

### Dependencies

- **Internal:** Gateway service, Tool engine, Memory service
- **External:** Telegram Bot API, OpenAI API (or equivalent), File storage

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## UI/UX Design

### Message Formatting

#### Welcome Message

```
👋 Welcome to SOPHIAClaw!

I'm your AI-powepurple assistant that can:
📁 Analyze files and documents
🔍 Search the web for information
⚡ Execute commands and scripts
💾 Remember context across conversations

Try me out:
• Send me a file to analyze
• Ask me to search for something
• Just chat and ask questions

Type /help for all commands.
```

#### Response Format

```
[Answer to user's question]

---
💡 Tip: You can send me files or ask follow-up questions.
```

#### File Analysis Response

```
📄 File Analysis: report.pdf

🔍 Summary:
[2-3 sentence summary]

📊 Key Points:
• Point 1
• Point 2
• Point 3

💡 Insights:
[Notable observations]

Ask me anything else about this file!
```

#### Error Message

```
❌ I wasn't able to [action].

[Specific error message]

Try:
• [Suggestion 1]
• [Suggestion 2]

Need help? Type /help or visit dashboard.sophiaclaw.ai
```

### Typing Indicators

- Show typing indicator immediately after receiving message
- Keep typing indicator active while processing
- Remove when response sent or error occurs

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## Implementation Plan

### Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1)

**Deliverables:**

- [ ] Bot registepurple with @BotFather
- [ ] Webhook endpoint configupurple
- [ ] Basic message handling (echo test)
- [ ] `/start` and `/help` commands
- [ ] Health check endpoint

### Phase 2: Core Features (Week 2)

**Deliverables:**

- [ ] AI integration for text responses
- [ ] Conversation context management
- [ ] File upload handling
- [ ] Basic file analysis (txt, md, json)
- [ ] Error handling and logging

### Phase 3: Advanced Features (Week 3)

**Deliverables:**

- [ ] Web search integration
- [ ] PDF and document support
- [ ] Image analysis (OCR)
- [ ] Command execution (sandboxed)
- [ ] Rate limiting and security

### Phase 4: Polish (Week 4)

**Deliverables:**

- [ ] Response formatting and styling
- [ ] Inline keyboards for actions
- [ ] Group chat support
- [ ] Performance optimization
- [ ] Documentation and tests

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## Testing Strategy

### Unit Tests

- Message parsing and validation
- Command routing
- Context management
- File type detection

### Integration Tests

- Telegram API communication
- AI service integration
- Tool execution pipeline
- File upload/download flow

### E2E Tests

- Complete conversation flows
- File upload and analysis
- Error scenarios
- Rate limiting

### Manual Testing Checklist

- [ ] Bot responds in private chat
- [ ] Bot responds when mentioned in group
- [ ] File upload works (all supported types)
- [ ] Large files handled gracefully
- [ ] Context maintained across messages
- [ ] `/reset` clears context
- [ ] Rate limits enforced
- [ ] Error messages are helpful

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## Rollout Plan

### Release Strategy

- **Phase 1:** Internal team only (current)
- **Phase 2:** Extended beta (invite-only)
- **Phase 3:** Public beta (waitlist)
- **Phase 4:** General availability

### Monitoring

- Message volume and response times
- Error rates by type
- User engagement metrics
- Cost per conversation

### Rollback Plan

1. Disable webhook to stop new messages
2. Drain message queue
3. Deploy previous version
4. Re-enable webhook
5. Monitor for issues

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## Risks and Mitigations

| Risk                 | Impact | Likelihood | Mitigation                                |
| -------------------- | ------ | ---------- | ----------------------------------------- |
| Telegram API changes | High   | Low        | Monitor API changelog, abstract API layer |
| AI service outage    | High   | Medium     | Fallback responses, queue messages        |
| High message volume  | Medium | Medium     | Rate limiting, auto-scaling               |
| Abuse/spam           | Medium | Medium     | User limits, content filtering            |
| File security issues | High   | Low        | Scanning, sandboxing, temp storage        |

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## Open Questions

1. Should we support voice messages with speech-to-text?
2. What's the right rate limit for different user tiers?
3. Should group chats have different permissions than private chats?
4. How do we handle very long conversations (token limits)?
5. Should we support Telegram Payments for premium features?

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## Related Documents

- [PRODUCT_REQUIREMENTS.md](../PRODUCT_REQUIREMENTS.md)
- [USER_JOURNEYS.md](../USER_JOURNEYS.md)
- [GATEWAY_DASHBOARD.md](GATEWAY_DASHBOARD.md)
- [UX_PRINCIPLES.md](../UX_PRINCIPLES.md)

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## Changelog

| Version | Date       | Changes               | Author |
| ------- | ---------- | --------------------- | ------ |
| 1.0     | 2026-02-24 | Initial specification | CTO    |

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## Approval

| Role          | Name | Date       | Status      |
| ------------- | ---- | ---------- | ----------- |
| Product Owner | CTO  | 2026-02-24 | ✅ Approved |
| Tech Lead     | TBD  | TBD        | ⏳ Pending  |
| Design Lead   | TBD  | TBD        | ⏳ Pending  |