How to connect Creatomate and GitLab
Create a New Scenario to Connect Creatomate and GitLab
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 Creatomate, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Creatomate or GitLab will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Creatomate or GitLab, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

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

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

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Authenticate GitLab
Now, click the GitLab node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your GitLab settings. Authentication allows you to use GitLab through Latenode.
Configure the Creatomate and GitLab 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 Creatomate and GitLab 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 Creatomate, GitLab, 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 Creatomate and GitLab integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Creatomate and GitLab (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Creatomate and GitLab
Creatomate + GitLab + Slack: When a new video render is completed in Creatomate, the system retrieves the video and saves it to a designated GitLab repository. Upon successful saving, a notification is sent to the project team's Slack channel, informing them of the new marketing video's availability.
GitLab + Creatomate + Google Drive: When a new project is created in GitLab, the system automatically uses Creatomate to generate a project intro video based on a predefined template. Once generated, the video is uploaded to a specified folder in Google Drive for easy access and sharing.
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About Creatomate
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Use GitLab in Latenode to automate CI/CD pipelines and track code changes. Trigger workflows on commit, issue, or merge requests to update project management tools, send notifications, or provision environments. Simplify development workflows with flexible, low-code automation and scale easily via Latenode.
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FAQ Creatomate and GitLab
How can I connect my Creatomate account to GitLab using Latenode?
To connect your Creatomate account to GitLab on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Creatomate and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Creatomate and GitLab accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Creatomate templates from GitLab commits?
Yes, you can! Latenode's flexibility allows triggering template updates directly from GitLab commits, streamlining your creative workflow and version control.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Creatomate with GitLab?
Integrating Creatomate with GitLab allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically rendering videos when new GitLab issues are created.
- Generating social media previews for new GitLab project releases.
- Creating dynamic project status videos triggered by GitLab events.
- Updating video content based on code changes in GitLab repositories.
- Generating personalized onboarding videos for new GitLab contributors.
How to pass GitLab commit data into Creatomate templates?
Use Latenode's data mapping feature to seamlessly pass GitLab commit data, like commit messages, directly into your Creatomate templates for dynamic content creation.
Are there any limitations to the Creatomate and GitLab integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Creatomate templates may require more processing time.
- GitLab API rate limits can affect the frequency of updates.
- Very large video files may require optimized handling.