Developer Guide: Implementing Infobip Bulk SMS Messaging with Next.js - code-examples -

Frequently Asked Questions

Create a Next.js API route (/api/send-bulk-sms) that handles POST requests containing recipient phone numbers and message text. This route interacts with the Infobip SMS API using Axios to dispatch messages. Refer to the provided code example for a complete implementation guide.
The `/sms/2/text/advanced` endpoint in the Infobip API is used for sending bulk SMS messages. It provides flexibility for managing multiple recipients, customizing sender IDs, and tracking delivery reports. This endpoint is central to the provided Next.js integration.
The Infobip Base URL (e.g., xxxxx.api.infobip.com) is unique to your account and region. It directs your requests to the correct Infobip API server, ensuring secure communication. You must configure this URL in your Next.js project's environment variables.
Use the `notifyUrl` parameter when you need real-time delivery reports for your SMS messages. Set its value to a dedicated webhook endpoint in your Next.js app. Infobip will send POST requests to this URL with delivery status updates for each message.
Yes, Prisma is recommended for storing and managing recipient lists, as well as logging sent messages and delivery statuses. The schema provided in the guide includes examples for Recipient, BulkSend, and MessageLog tables. Configure Prisma with PostgreSQL or your preferred database.
Obtain your API Key from your Infobip account dashboard. Store this key securely in a `.env.local` file in your Next.js project root. Then, access it in your code using `process.env.INFOBIP_API_KEY`.
Axios, a promise-based HTTP client, simplifies making API requests to Infobip from your Next.js application. It handles sending the POST request to the Infobip endpoint with necessary headers and data.
Implement a `try...catch` block around your Axios requests to the Infobip API. Log detailed error information (status, headers, response body) to the server. Return appropriate JSON error messages and HTTP status codes to the client.
Infobip's `/sms/2/text/advanced` endpoint expects an array of objects, each with a `to` property containing a phone number in E.164 format. The provided code example demonstrates how to format the request body for sending bulk SMS.
Create a new API route in your Next.js application (e.g., /api/infobip-webhook). This route will receive POST requests from Infobip. Provide the public URL of this route as the `notifyUrl` in your Infobip API request payload.
You'll need Node.js and npm/yarn, an active Infobip account with API access, basic Next.js/React knowledge, and familiarity with REST APIs. A code editor and Git are recommended but not strictly required.
The project leverages Next.js for its API routes, Infobip SMS API for message delivery, Node.js as the runtime environment, and Axios for HTTP requests. Optionally, Prisma can be used for database interactions and Vercel for deployment.
Retry API requests only on transient errors like network timeouts (504) or temporary Infobip server issues (503). Do not retry on client errors (4xx) such as invalid input or authentication failures. Implement exponential backoff and limit retry attempts.
Logging responses allows you to track successful and failed message sends, identify potential issues with recipient numbers or API connectivity, and monitor overall system performance. Use structured logging and consider a dedicated logging service for production.