Integrate the Dropbox API with the Twilio API

Setup the Dropbox API trigger to run a workflow which integrates with the Twilio API. Pipedream's integration platform allows you to integrate Dropbox and Twilio remarkably fast. Free for developers.

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Popular Ways to Connect Dropbox with Twilio#

Make a Phone Call with Twilio API on New File from Dropbox API

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Make a Phone Call with Twilio API on New Folder from Dropbox API

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Make a Phone Call with Twilio API on New or Modified File or Folder from Dropbox API

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Create a Text File with Dropbox API on New Incoming SMS (Instant) from Twilio API

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Create folder with Dropbox API on New Incoming SMS (Instant) from Twilio API

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Popular Dropbox and Twilio Triggers#

New File from the Dropbox API

Emit new event when a new file is added to your account or a specific folder. Make sure the number of files/folders in the watched folder does not exceed 4000.

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New Folder from the Dropbox API

Emit new event when a new folder is created. Make sure the number of files/folders in the watched folder does not exceed 4000.

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New Incoming SMS (Instant) from the Twilio API

Emit new event every time an SMS is sent to the phone number set. Configures a webhook in Twilio, tied to an incoming phone number.

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New or Modified File or Folder from the Dropbox API

Emit new event when a file or folder is added or modified. Make sure the number of files/folders in the watched folder does not exceed 4000.

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New Call (Instant) from the Twilio API

Emit new event each time a call to the phone number is completed. Configures a webhook in Twilio, tied to a phone number.

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Popular Dropbox and Twilio Actions#

Make a Phone Call with the Twilio API

Make a phone call passing text, a URL, or an application that Twilio will use to handle the call. See the documentation

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Create a Text File with the Dropbox API

Creates a brand new text file from plain text content you specify. See the documentation

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Check Verification Token with the Twilio API

Check if user-provided token is correct. See the documentation

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Create folder with the Dropbox API

Create a Folder. See the documentation

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Create Verification Service with the Twilio API

Create a verification service for sending SMS verifications. See the documentation

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Overview of Dropbox#

The Dropbox API on Pipedream enables you to automate file and folder operations, streamlining workflows that involve storing, syncing, and sharing content. With this API, you can programmatically manage files, set up event-driven triggers based on changes within Dropbox, and leverage Pipedream's capabilities to connect with hundreds of other apps for extended automation scenarios. It's ideal for building custom file management solutions, archiving systems, or collaborative content workflows without writing extensive code.

Connect Dropbox#

import { axios } from "@pipedream/platform"
export default defineComponent({
  props: {
    dropbox: {
      type: "app",
      app: "dropbox",
    }
  },
  async run({steps, $}) {
    const data = {
      "account_id": `${this.dropbox.$auth.oauth_uid}`,
    }
    return await axios($, {
      method: "post",
      url: `https://api.dropboxapi.com/2/users/get_account`,
      headers: {
        Authorization: `Bearer ${this.dropbox.$auth.oauth_access_token}`,
        "Content-Type": `application/json`,
      },
      data,
    })
  },
})

Overview of Twilio#

Twilio's API on Pipedream opens up a multitude of communication capabilities, allowing you to build robust, scalable, and automated workflows. With Twilio, you can send and receive SMS and MMS messages, make voice calls, and perform other communication functions programmatically. Leveraging Pipedream's seamless integration, you can connect these communications features with hundreds of other services to automate notifications, streamline customer interactions, and enhance operational efficiency.

Connect Twilio#

import { axios } from "@pipedream/platform"
export default defineComponent({
  props: {
    twilio: {
      type: "app",
      app: "twilio",
    }
  },
  async run({steps, $}) {
    return await axios($, {
      url: `https://api.twilio.com/2010-04-01/Accounts.json`,
      auth: {
        username: `${this.twilio.$auth.AccountSid}`,
        password: `${this.twilio.$auth.AuthToken}`,
      },
    })
  },
})

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