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React App Inbox with 0 Notification Costs.

Building a robust notification system in React can be a complex task. Juggling multi-channel notifications, real-time updates, and user interaction requires a powerful solution. Enter the SuprSend Inbox for React, a feature-packed library designed to simplify and elevate your app's notification experience.
Check out this video first to understand how will this notification infrastructure platform work?


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2. Under the Hood

Frontend:

  • Built with TypeScript for type safety and enhanced developer experience.
  • Provides various UI components like notifications list, bell icon, and notification details view.
  • Customization options allow you to tailor the look and feel to match your app's branding.
  • Integrates seamlessly with popular state management libraries like Redux and Context.

Backend:

  • REST API for sending notifications, managing subscribers, and tracking user engagement.
  • Supports multiple notification channels like email, push notifications, and SMS via external integrations.
  • Scalable architecture ensures reliable performance even with high notification volumes.

Security:

  • HMAC authentication secures communication between your app and SuprSend's API.
  • Data encryption protects sensitive user information.

3. Integration Steps

Setup:

  1. Install the @suprsend/react-inbox library using npm.
  2. Configure the SuprSend SDK with your workspace key and subscriber ID.
  3. Define optional settings like notification display format, custom icons, and initial visibility.

Integration:

  1. Render the SuprSendInbox component in your React app layout.
  2. Pass the configuration details as props to customize the Inbox's behavior and appearance.
import SuprSendInbox from '@suprsend/react-inbox'

// add to your react component
<SuprSendInbox
  workspaceKey= "<workspace_key>"
  subscriberId= "<subscriber_id>"
  distinctId= "<distinct_id>"
/>
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  1. Use SuprSend's API from your backend server to send notifications with rich content and metadata.
  2. Leverage the SDK's event system to handle user interactions like clicking on notifications or marking them as read.

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4. Advanced Features

  • Real-time Updates: WebSockets enable instant notification delivery, keeping the Inbox updated dynamically.
  • Custom Components: Build custom UI elements for specific notification types or personalize the Inbox layout with render props.
  • Offline Support: Store notifications locally for offline access and ensure a seamless user experience.
  • Deep Linking: Integrate notifications with internal app pages for smooth navigation upon clicking.
  • Data Analytics: Track user engagement metrics like notification open rates and click-through rates for optimization.

5. Technical Considerations

  • Choose appropriate notification channels based on your app's purpose and target audience.
  • Implement proper error handling mechanisms for API requests and network failures.
  • Design a user-friendly notification experience with clear visuals and intuitive interactions.

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