AWS SNS

A Versatile and Scalable Service Providing Real-Time Updates

AWS SNS is one of the integration tools cited in the Cloud category and here we will discuss how to install and set up AWS SNS for receiving alert notifications.

1. Sign in to your 'Amazon SNS Console'.

2. Under 'Security Credentials', you can create an 'Access Key' if you don't have one.

3. After creating the 'Access Key', you will have both the 'Access Key' and 'Secret Access Key'.

4. Locate the 'Region' at the top-right corner of the console.

These three elements are crucial for connecting the application to SNS.

Existing topics can be viewed by navigating to 'Topics' listed under Amazon SNS. You also have the option to create a new topic.

5. On the Application, click on AWS SNS and you will be led to this.

• Access Key: A unique identifier.

• Secret Access Key: A private key.

• Region: Represents isolated locations called Availability Zones.

• List Topics: Lists all the topics.

6. Fill in the required details and click 'Save'. You'll be prompted to 'Select Topic' or 'Create Topic'.

If choosing 'Create Topic', provide a topic name and select the desired email.

7. Select the Topic and click 'Save'.

8. Select the Subscription mail.

Check your inbox for a confirmation email.

Congratulations! You have successfully integrated AWS SNS for seamless alert notifications. This integration enhances your cloud-based alerting system, ensuring you stay informed about critical events in your application.