diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 851fb3a..1ae85a4 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -38,6 +38,49 @@ And don't forget to give star ⭐ to this amazing project repository. - Now after getting in the application your token will be valid for next 1 hour. - Untill the token is valid you can use our application services as well. +### Twilio Account Setup + +1. **Sign Up for Twilio** + - Go to [Twilio's website](https://www.twilio.com/try-twilio) and sign up for a new account if you haven't already. + +2. **Get Twilio API Credentials** + - After signing up, navigate to the dashboard and note down your Account SID and Auth Token. You'll need these to authenticate your requests to Twilio's API. + +3. **Purchase a Phone Number** + - Purchase a phone number from Twilio that you'll use to send SMS notifications to users. You can do this from the Twilio console. + +4. **Install Twilio SDK** + - Install the Twilio Node.js package in your project: + ```bash + npm install twilio + ``` + +5. **Integrate Twilio into Your Backend** + - In your backend code, use the Twilio SDK to send SMS notifications. + - Initialize Twilio with your Account SID and Auth Token. + - Use the purchased phone number as the sender and your users' phone numbers as recipients. + - Craft a message containing the notification details, such as product expiry date, and send it using Twilio's API. + +6. **Test SMS Notifications** + - Test the integration by triggering SMS notifications in your application. Ensure that users receive the notifications correctly. + +7. **Handle Errors and Edge Cases** + - Implement error handling for cases such as failed SMS delivery or invalid phone numbers. + - Consider implementing retry mechanisms for failed SMS deliveries. + +8. **Monitor Usage and Costs** + - Keep track of your Twilio API usage and associated costs to ensure they align with your budget and usage expectations. + +9. **Document Integration Steps** + - Update your project documentation with detailed instructions on how to set up Twilio for SMS notifications. Include information on where to find Twilio credentials, how to purchase a phone number, and how to integrate Twilio into the project's backend. + +10. **Final Testing and Deployment** + - Once everything is set up and tested, deploy your updated project with Twilio integration to your preferred hosting platform. + +Remember to keep your Twilio credentials secure and never expose them in publicly accessible code repositories. + + + ## Review Section: Share your feedback and insights with the Smart Savers community. Your reviews help us improve and guide others in making informed choices. ## QR Code Scanning: