Registering a Workflow Type - Amazon Simple Workflow Service
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Registering a Workflow Type

You can register workflow types using the Amazon SWF console. You cannot register a workflow until at least one domain is registered.

To register an Amazon SWF workflow using the console
  1. In the Amazon Simple Workflow Service Dashboard, under Quick Links, choose Register New Workflow Type.

    In the Workflow Details dialog box, enter the following information.

    • Domain

    • Workflow Name

    • Workflow Version

    • Default Task List

    • Default Execution Run Time

    • Default Task Run Time

    Fields marked with an asterisk ((*)) are required.

    
          Register New Workflow Type : Workflow Details

    Choose Continue.

  2. In the Additional Options dialog box, enter a Description and specify a Default Child Policy. Choose Review.

    
          Register New Workflow Type : Additional Options
  3. In the Review dialog box, review the information that you entered in the previous dialog boxes. If the information is correct, choose Register Workflow. Otherwise, choose Back to change the information.

    
          Register New Workflow Type : Review
  4. Choose Register workflow.