In need of a script

Hi I'm in need of a script in illustator, i've searched but with no luck as its going to have quite a few steps.
Basically what I need is a script that will allow me to select a text box and do the following:
1. Outline the font
2. offset the paths by .05 with "joins:" set to "Round" and "miter limit" is "3"
3. unite the paths within the now outlined text
The font is N H Interlock (its a cursive font used to monogramming)
Not really sure where else to look. I'm very familiar with illustrator but not at all with scripting.
Thanks for your help! any and all is appreciated.

1. doable
2. this command is not scriptable (up to cs5)
3. this command is not scriptable (up to cs5)
it seems it can be done with Actions, have you tried them?

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