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How to connect Harvest and Beamer
Create a New Scenario to Connect Harvest and Beamer
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 Harvest, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Harvest or Beamer will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Harvest or Beamer, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.
Add the Harvest Node
Select the Harvest node from the app selection panel on the right.
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Add the Beamer Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Harvest node, select Beamer from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Beamer.
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Authenticate Beamer
Now, click the Beamer node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Beamer settings. Authentication allows you to use Beamer through Latenode.
Configure the Harvest and Beamer 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 Harvest and Beamer 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 Harvest, Beamer, 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 Harvest and Beamer integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Harvest and Beamer (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Harvest and Beamer
Harvest + Beamer + Slack: When a project is marked as completed in Harvest, a post is created in Beamer to announce the project completion, and a notification is sent to a designated Slack channel.
Beamer + Jira + Harvest: When a new feature is announced in Beamer, a task is created in Jira to track implementation, and a new project is created in Harvest to track the time spent on it.
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About Harvest
Automate time tracking with Harvest in Latenode. Sync time entries to accounting, payroll, or project management. Create flows that auto-generate invoices or trigger alerts for budget overruns. Latenode provides the flexibility to connect Harvest data to other apps and add custom logic, avoiding manual updates and delays.
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About Beamer
Use Beamer in Latenode to automate product update notifications based on user behavior. Trigger targeted announcements directly within your workflows. Combine Beamer with Latenode's data transformation and scheduling tools for more precise and automated communication. Scale your outreach without complex coding.
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FAQ Harvest and Beamer
How can I connect my Harvest account to Beamer using Latenode?
To connect your Harvest account to Beamer on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Harvest and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Harvest and Beamer accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically announce new Harvest projects in Beamer?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor simplifies this automation. Announce new projects instantly, keeping your team informed and engaged, with no coding required.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Harvest with Beamer?
Integrating Harvest with Beamer allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Announce new Harvest clients within Beamer for team awareness.
- Share Harvest project updates in Beamer's newsfeed.
- Notify users in Beamer when Harvest time entries reach a limit.
- Post summaries of weekly Harvest reports to Beamer.
- Create Beamer announcements for new Harvest invoices.
What Harvest data can I access and use within Latenode?
Latenode allows access to Harvest projects, clients, time entries, invoices, and expenses. Use this data to trigger and enrich Beamer updates.
Are there any limitations to the Harvest and Beamer integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Historical data from Harvest may require specific configurations to import fully.
- Complex time entry calculations in Harvest might need custom JavaScript for Beamer display.
- Beamer's announcement frequency limits could affect real-time updates from Harvest.
