How to connect Discourse and Tavily
Create a New Scenario to Connect Discourse and Tavily
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 Tavily will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Discourse or Tavily, 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 Tavily Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Discourse node, select Tavily from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Tavily.

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Authenticate Tavily
Now, click the Tavily node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Tavily settings. Authentication allows you to use Tavily through Latenode.
Configure the Discourse and Tavily 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 Tavily 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, Tavily, 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 Tavily integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Discourse and Tavily (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 Tavily
Discourse + Tavily + Slack: When a new topic is created in Discourse, Tavily searches for related articles. A summary of the search results is then sent to a designated Slack channel.
Tavily + Discourse + Gmail: When Tavily finds new search results, check if the search query is mentioned in Discourse. If yes, send an email summary of the Tavily search results to the relevant forum moderator.
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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 Discourse and Tavily
How can I connect my Discourse account to Tavily using Latenode?
To connect your Discourse account to Tavily 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 Tavily accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically summarize popular Discourse threads using Tavily?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows you to trigger Tavily to summarize Discourse threads based on engagement, saving time and providing quick insights with no coding required.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Discourse with Tavily?
Integrating Discourse with Tavily allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Analyze sentiment of Discourse posts using Tavily's AI models.
- Automatically generate Discourse post summaries with Tavily.
- Use Tavily to research related content for popular Discourse topics.
- Monitor Discourse for specific keywords using Tavily's search capabilities.
- Create a knowledge base from top Discourse posts using Tavily insights.
How do I handle errors between Discourse and Tavily in Latenode?
Latenode offers advanced error handling, allowing you to set up alerts and retry logic for robust and reliable Discourse-Tavily workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Discourse and Tavily integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Tavily API usage limits may apply based on your Tavily subscription.
- Large Discourse forums may require optimized workflows to avoid rate limiting.
- Real-time updates depend on the polling interval set within your Latenode workflow.