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How to connect Harvest and Creatomate
Create a New Scenario to Connect Harvest and Creatomate
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 Creatomate will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Harvest or Creatomate, 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 Creatomate Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Harvest node, select Creatomate from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Creatomate.
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Authenticate Creatomate
Now, click the Creatomate node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Creatomate settings. Authentication allows you to use Creatomate through Latenode.
Configure the Harvest and Creatomate 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 Creatomate 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, Creatomate, 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 Creatomate integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Harvest and Creatomate (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 Creatomate
Harvest + Creatomate + Slack: When a project is completed in Harvest, Creatomate renders a video from a template. Once the render is complete, a message containing the video link is sent to a Slack channel.
Creatomate + Harvest + Google Sheets: When a new Creatomate render is completed, the workflow retrieves associated time entry data from Harvest for the linked project. The time spent and the total project cost are then logged to a Google Sheet.
Harvest and Creatomate integration alternatives
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 Creatomate
Automate video creation with Creatomate in Latenode. Generate personalized videos from data: product demos, social media content, or reports. Connect Creatomate to any data source and automate complex workflows with Latenode's visual editor, JavaScript support, and flexible API. Scale video production without manual effort.
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FAQ Harvest and Creatomate
How can I connect my Harvest account to Creatomate using Latenode?
To connect your Harvest account to Creatomate 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 Creatomate accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate client report video generation?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you visually automate video creation in Creatomate based on Harvest time tracking data. Showcase project progress and boost client engagement effortlessly.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Harvest with Creatomate?
Integrating Harvest with Creatomate allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically create project status videos from Harvest time entries.
- Generate client invoices with embedded project summary videos.
- Send personalized video updates to clients based on tracked time.
- Create internal reports visualizing team time allocation on projects.
- Trigger video rendering when a project reaches a billing milestone.
How does Latenode handle Harvest API rate limits?
Latenode intelligently manages API calls, using queueing and error handling to prevent exceeding Harvest's rate limits, ensuring stable automation.
Are there any limitations to the Harvest and Creatomate integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Creatomate templates might require JavaScript coding for optimal data mapping.
- Harvest's reporting API has limitations on the granularity of data.
- Real-time video generation depends on Creatomate's rendering queue.
