This document provides instructions for building a DIY Amazon Echo using a Raspberry Pi by connecting it to the Amazon Alexa Voice Service. It discusses what the Amazon Echo is, how the Alexa Voice Service works, and then provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the necessary developer account and security profile, cloning the Alexa sample app code, configuring the app with custom credentials, running the installation script and various processes to enable voice control of the Pi. Examples of custom skills and controlling additional IoT devices are also briefly mentioned.