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

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

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

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Authenticate Brilliant Directories
Now, click the Brilliant Directories node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Brilliant Directories settings. Authentication allows you to use Brilliant Directories through Latenode.
Configure the Discourse and Brilliant Directories 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 Discourse and Brilliant Directories 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 Discourse, Brilliant Directories, 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 Discourse and Brilliant Directories integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Discourse and Brilliant Directories (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Discourse and Brilliant Directories
Discourse + Brilliant Directories + Slack: When a new topic is created in Discourse, a post is created in Brilliant Directories to promote the topic, and a notification is sent to a Slack channel.
Brilliant Directories + Discourse + Mailchimp: When a new user is created in Brilliant Directories, they are subscribed to a relevant forum category in Discourse, and a welcome email is sent via Mailchimp.
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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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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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FAQ Discourse and Brilliant Directories
How can I connect my Discourse account to Brilliant Directories using Latenode?
To connect your Discourse account to Brilliant Directories on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Discourse and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Discourse and Brilliant Directories accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically post new BD members to Discourse?
Yes, you can! Latenode automates member announcements from Brilliant Directories to Discourse, keeping your community engaged with real-time updates. Save time and boost participation.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Discourse with Brilliant Directories?
Integrating Discourse with Brilliant Directories allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Sync new Brilliant Directories members as Discourse users.
- Create Discourse topics for new BD listings automatically.
- Post Discourse discussions to Brilliant Directories activity feeds.
- Trigger BD actions based on Discourse topic sentiment analysis.
- Automatically update BD profiles based on Discourse user data.
How do I handle complex data transformations between Discourse and BD?
Latenode offers flexible data mapping, JavaScript blocks, and AI-powered transformation tools for any integration complexity, ensuring seamless data flow.
Are there any limitations to the Discourse and Brilliant Directories integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time sync depends on API availability of both platforms.
- Custom field mappings may require advanced configuration.
- Rate limits on the Discourse API can affect high-volume workflows.