In the shadowy depths of the dungeons, where cauldrons bubble and secrets brew, one thing is certain: Professor Snape does not tolerate unauthorized use of his prized potion-making equipment. But fear not, for we’ve conjured up a magical solution to ensure Snape is always in the know when his cauldron is in use!
🧙♂️ Snape’s Magical Monitoring System
Using Power Automate and the LinkMobility API, we’ve implemented a real-time alert system that sends SMS notifications directly to Snape’s pocket (or anyone who dares to take on his role).
Here’s how it works:
- Potion in Progress
When someone starts using the potion cauldron (triggered by our IoT sensor and voice command), a signal is sent to Power Automate. - API Magic
Power Automate connects with the LinkMobility API, crafting an SMS message that says something like:
“Alert: The cauldron is bubbling! Someone is using the potion equipment!” - Real-Time SMS Delivery
Within moments, the Potions Master receives a message on their phone, ensuring they can swoop in to oversee—or reprimand—the potion brewing activities.
⚙️ Behind the Spell
This system is as elegant as a perfectly brewed Felix Felicis:
- Trigger: The flow begins when the cauldron sensor or command system detects activity.
- Action: Power Automate generates a message using the LinkMobility API, complete with details about the cauldron’s status.
- Result: A real-time SMS is sent, ensuring Snape (or a designated recipient) never misses a potion in progress.
Here’s a sneak peek at our flow and the magical SMS messages it sends:
🧪 Why It’s Brilliant
This system doesn’t just notify—it builds accountability and security in potion-making. Whether you’re monitoring sensitive ingredients or just ensuring Snape gets his due credit, this SMS alert adds a layer of magical oversight.