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@dodo-reach dodo-reach released this 14 May 09:20
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Hermes Desktop v0.8.0

v0.8.0 adds reusable terminal workflows, tighter SSH behavior, and a more
complete release verification path.

Hermes Desktop still talks directly to the selected Hermes host over SSH. The
host remains the source of truth. There is no gateway API, remote helper
daemon, local mirror, or background sync layer added in this release.

Highlights

  • new Workflows workspace for reusable prompt presets scoped to the active
    host/profile, with optional skills and one-click launch into a fresh
    Terminal tab
  • workflow presets stay local to the Mac and do not create remote shadow state
  • more resilient non-interactive SSH behavior, including clearer python3
    PATH errors and better handling when shell startup output breaks app requests
  • stronger regression coverage for SSH transport, terminal input submission,
    workflow persistence, connection storage, file editing, and localization
  • new macOS CI, release manifest generation, and packaged-release verification
  • new public trust docs: SECURITY.md and expanded distribution guidance

Compatibility

  • The app still requires SSH access from this Mac to the Hermes host, with
    python3 available on the host.
  • In-app chat, terminal resume, and workflow launch paths still require the
    remote hermes CLI to be available on the host's non-interactive SSH
    PATH.
  • Workflow skill preloading depends on the host exposing the selected skills in
    its Hermes skills store for the active profile.
  • Public releases are still ad-hoc signed and not notarized by Apple.

Still True

  • Hermes Desktop still connects directly over SSH.
  • The Hermes host remains the source of truth.
  • Sessions, Kanban, cron jobs, files, skills, usage, and terminal work stay
    anchored to the selected host and profile.
  • Workflow presets are local launch helpers, not a second transport model or
    synchronization layer.

Notes

  • universal macOS build for Apple Silicon and Intel
  • ad-hoc signed and not notarized yet, so first launch may still require
    right-click -> Open / Open Anyway
  • release archive: HermesDesktop.app.zip
  • checksum: HermesDesktop.app.zip.sha256
  • manifest: HermesDesktop.app.zip.manifest.json
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