Alexa and SmartThings reverse connection

There are also several community created smart apps which can do it but have a much more complex set up than the method described in the FAQ. In general you will have to get an Amazon developers account. But for people who have a strong technical background, they are definitely worth looking into.

These include

EchoSistant

Ask Alexa

And Echo Speaks

EchoSistant and Ask Alexa