Configure AWS SQS Using the JavaScript SDK
In this lab, you’ll practice using SQS queues. When you’re finished with this lab, you’ll have used the AWS JavaScript SDK to create SQS queues, and to send and receive messages.
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Challenge
Install the AWS JavaScript SDK
You'll set up the AWS JavaScript SDK in a Cloud9 environment.
Challenge
Create an SQS Queue
You'll create and configure an SQS standard queue with the AWS JavaScript SDK.
Challenge
Send Messages to an SQS Queue
You'll send messages to an SQS standard queue with the AWS JavaScript SDK.
Challenge
Receive Messages from an SQS Queue
You'll use long polling to receive messages from an SQS standard queue with the AWS JavaScript SDK.
Challenge
Purge and Delete an SQS Queue
You'll purge all messages in an SQS standard queue, and then delete it with the AWS JavaScript SDK.
Provided environment for hands-on practice
We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
On average, you retain 75% more of your learning if you get time for practice.
Recommended prerequisites
- JavaScript / Node.js / Express
- AWS SQS queues