Can I Create Custom Slot Types Dynamically In Alexa Voice Service?
Answer : I think that, in fact, this is possible. You have to define a custom slot type, as explained here: https://developer.amazon.com/public/solutions/alexa/alexa-skills-kit/docs/defining-the-voice-interface#custom-slot-types Now, the custom slot type asks you to provide possible values, which you should do. BUT! It seems that Alexa will still parse slot values correctly even if they are not in the list of possible values that you provided! This seems to be an undocumented feature and what I am telling you is based on my own observations: My custom slot type is taking on unexpected values In general, my impression is that the interaction model as a whole should be seen less as a strict set of rules and more as a guideline that is interpreted at the discretion of the Alexa Voice Service. I was able to achieve this exact thing by creating a custom intent called "Search" with a custom slot type called 'query.' This sends whatever the user says in the slot v...