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S3 Writer

Upload files to your Amazon S3 cloud storage. This component lets you easily move files from your Nappai automation workflows to your secure S3 bucket.

Relationship with Amazon S3

This component interacts directly with Amazon S3, a popular cloud storage service. It uses your existing S3 account to securely store your files. You’ll need to have an Amazon S3 account and appropriate permissions set up before using this component.

Inputs

  • S3 Prefix to upload file: This specifies the folder location within your S3 bucket where you want to save the file. Think of it like choosing a directory on your computer. A directory selector will help you choose the right location.
  • S3 Object: This is the name you want to give your file once it’s uploaded to S3. For example, my_report.pdf or image1.jpg. This field is required.
  • File content: This is the actual file you want to upload. You can upload various file types, such as text documents, images, or data files.

Outputs

  • Path to File: After the file is successfully uploaded, this output provides the complete S3 path to the file. This path can be used by other Nappai components to access the file later in your workflow. For example, you might use this path to share the file with others or process it further.

Usage Example

Imagine you have a Nappai workflow that generates a report. You can use the S3 Writer component to automatically upload this report to your S3 bucket for safekeeping and easy access. You would provide the S3 folder location (prefix), the desired file name (e.g., daily_report.csv), and the report data as the file content. The output will then give you the S3 path to the uploaded report.

Templates

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  • Google Drive Writer: Uploads files to Google Drive. Use this if you prefer to store files in Google Drive instead of S3.
  • Dropbox Writer: Uploads files to Dropbox. Another cloud storage option.
  • One Drive Writer: Uploads files to Microsoft OneDrive. Yet another cloud storage option.
  • File Message: This component can be used to prepare the file for upload to S3.

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Tips and Best Practices

  • Use descriptive file names: Make sure your file names clearly indicate the content of the file.
  • Organize your S3 bucket: Use prefixes to create a well-organized folder structure within your S3 bucket for easy file management.
  • Error handling: Monitor the workflow to ensure files are uploaded successfully. Check for any errors reported by the S3 Writer component.

Security Considerations

  • Access Control: Ensure your Amazon S3 bucket has appropriate access control lists (ACLs) to restrict access to authorized users only.
  • Encryption: Consider enabling server-side encryption for your S3 bucket to protect your data at rest. Nappai may offer settings to configure this. Consult the Nappai documentation for details.
  • Credentials Management: Never hardcode your AWS credentials directly into your Nappai workflow. Use secure methods for managing and accessing your AWS credentials. Nappai may provide secure credential management features. Consult the Nappai documentation for details.