Getting Data In

REST API is not shown in Data Inputs

sklise
New Member

I am really trying to follow this link (below) for getting a twitter feed into Splunk:
https://discoveredintelligence.ca/stream-twitter-splunk-10-simple-steps/

I don't see REST under data inputs. I have a basic brand new install. no extra modules loaded.

Any push off a cliff is appreciated.

build 6.6.2
4b804538c686

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jplumsdaine22
Influencer

Did you follow Step 6 in that article? Theres an app you need to install on Splunk to enable REST inputs

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sklise
New Member

sigh... failed.. thank you!

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jplumsdaine22
Influencer

Did you follow Step 6 in that article? Theres an app you need to install on Splunk to enable REST inputs

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