Course Overview
This 3-day intensive bootcamp provides hands-on training in n8n, a powerful open-source workflow automation tool. Learn to connect different applications, automate repetitive tasks, and streamline business processes without extensive coding. Ideal for IT professionals, developers, and operations specialists aiming to boost efficiency.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this bootcamp, you will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of workflow automation.
- Install and configure n8n (local or cloud).
- Design, build, and deploy complex automated workflows.
- Integrate n8n with various SaaS applications (e.g., Google Sheets, Slack, CRM, APIs).
- Handle data manipulation, scheduling, and error handling within workflows.
- Automate common business tasks in HR, Finance, Marketing, and Operations.
Key Topics Covered
Day 1: Introduction to Automation & n8n Basics
- The Power of Automation in Business
- Introduction to n8n: Concepts and Architecture
- Setting up your n8n Environment
- Your First Workflow: Trigger, Action, Data Transfer
- Working with n8n Nodes: Core Operations
- Data Formatting and Manipulation (Set, Edit, Items)
Day 2: Advanced Workflows & Integrations
- Using Loops and Conditional Logic (If/Else, Switch)
- Working with Dates and Times
- Integrating with APIs (REST, Webhooks)
- Advanced Node Usage: Function Node, Function Item Node
- Error Handling and Workflow Monitoring
- Building Workflows for Specific Use Cases (e.g., CRM sync)
Day 3: Practical Applications & Deployment
- Automating common HR tasks (Onboarding, Data Entry)
- Streamlining Finance processes (Invoice processing, Reporting)
- Marketing Automation Workflows
- Connecting n8n with Python Scripts (Optional)
- Best Practices for Production Workflows
- Deployment Strategies and Scaling
Target Audience
- IT Specialists & System Administrators
- Software Developers
- Operations Managers
- Business Analysts
- Technical Support Teams
Prerequisites
- Basic computer literacy.
- Familiarity with web applications.
- Some understanding of data concepts (e.g., spreadsheets) is helpful.