How to connect Brilliant Directories and Discourse
Create a New Scenario to Connect Brilliant Directories and Discourse
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Brilliant Directories, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Brilliant Directories or Discourse will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Brilliant Directories or Discourse, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Brilliant Directories Node
Select the Brilliant Directories node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Brilliant Directories
Click on the Brilliant Directories node to configure it. You can modify the Brilliant Directories URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Discourse Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Brilliant Directories node, select Discourse from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Discourse.

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Authenticate Discourse
Now, click the Discourse node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Discourse settings. Authentication allows you to use Discourse through Latenode.
Configure the Brilliant Directories and Discourse Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Brilliant Directories and Discourse Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Brilliant Directories, Discourse, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Brilliant Directories and Discourse integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Brilliant Directories and Discourse (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Brilliant Directories and Discourse
Brilliant Directories + Discourse + Slack: When a new user joins Brilliant Directories, a welcome topic is created in Discourse. Subsequently, a notification is sent to a designated Slack channel to announce the new member and the welcome topic.
Discourse + Brilliant Directories + Zoho CRM: When a new post is created in Discourse, the user's Brilliant Directories profile is checked to see if it exists, and then the corresponding contact record in Zoho CRM is updated with the Discourse post information.
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About Brilliant Directories
Orchestrate Brilliant Directories data within Latenode to automate member management and content workflows. Sync directory listings with CRMs, trigger email sequences based on membership changes, or automate content moderation. Extend directory features with Latenode's AI tools and custom JavaScript actions.
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About Discourse
Integrate Discourse with Latenode to automate community management. Trigger actions based on new topics or replies. Automatically analyze sentiment, flag urgent issues, and update your CRM. Build custom moderation flows with Latenode's no-code tools, AI nodes, and flexible JavaScript functions, scaling support without manual effort.
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FAQ Brilliant Directories and Discourse
How can I connect my Brilliant Directories account to Discourse using Latenode?
To connect your Brilliant Directories account to Discourse on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Brilliant Directories and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Brilliant Directories and Discourse accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create Discourse topics for new BD members?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you trigger workflows on new Brilliant Directories members and automatically create corresponding topics in Discourse, fostering immediate community engagement.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Brilliant Directories with Discourse?
Integrating Brilliant Directories with Discourse allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating a Discourse topic when a new member joins BD.
- Sending welcome DMs on Discourse to newly registered BD members.
- Updating Discourse user roles based on Brilliant Directories membership levels.
- Posting Brilliant Directories blog updates as announcements in Discourse.
- Syncing profile information between Brilliant Directories and Discourse.
How do I handle errors when integrating BrilliantDirectories on Latenode?
Latenode provides detailed error logs and notifications, allowing you to quickly identify and resolve issues in your Brilliant Directories workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Brilliant Directories and Discourse integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by the Brilliant Directories and Discourse APIs may affect workflow speed.
- Complex data transformations might require custom JavaScript code in Latenode.
- Real-time synchronization of all data points may not be possible due to API constraints.