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Using-Cards

Bot Framework v4 using cards bot sample

This bot has been created using [Microsoft Bot Framework][1], it shows how to create a bot that uses rich cards to enhance your bot design.

Prerequisites

  • Node.js version 18 or higher

    # determine node version
node -v

To try this sample

  • Clone the repository

    git clone https://github.com/microsoft/botbuilder-samples.git

  • In a terminal, navigate to samples/typescript_nodejs/06.using-cards

    cd samples/typescript_nodejs/06.using-cards

  • Install modules

    npm install

  • Start the bot

    npm start

Testing the bot using Bot Framework Emulator

Bot Framework Emulator is a desktop application that allows bot developers to test and debug their bots on localhost or running remotely through a tunnel.

  • Install the Bot Framework Emulator version 4.3.0 or greater from here

Connect to the bot using Bot Framework Emulator

  • Launch Bot Framework Emulator
  • File -> Open Bot
  • Enter a Bot URL of http://localhost:3978/api/messages

Rich Cards

Most channels support rich content. In this sample we explore the different types of rich cards your bot may use. A key to good bot design is to send interactive media, such as Rich Cards. There are several different types of Rich Cards, which are as follows:

  • Animation Card
  • Audio Card
  • Hero Card
  • Receipt Card
  • Sign In Card
  • Thumbnail Card
  • Video Card

When designing the user experience developers should consider adding visual elements such as Rich Cards.

Deploy the bot to Azure

To learn more about deploying a bot to Azure, see Deploy your bot to Azure for a complete list of deployment instructions.

Further reading