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How to connect Harvest and Open Weather
Create a New Scenario to Connect Harvest and Open Weather
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 Open Weather will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Harvest or Open Weather, 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 Open Weather Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Harvest node, select Open Weather from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Open Weather.
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Authenticate Open Weather
Now, click the Open Weather node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Open Weather settings. Authentication allows you to use Open Weather through Latenode.
Configure the Harvest and Open Weather 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 Open Weather 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, Open Weather, 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 Open Weather integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Harvest and Open Weather (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 Open Weather
Open Weather + Harvest + Slack: When the weather is suitable (e.g., not raining) based on the current weather conditions from Open Weather, start a timer in Harvest to track project hours and notify the team about the suitable weather via Slack.
Open Weather + Google Calendar + Harvest: When it's raining based on Open Weather, block out time in Google Calendar labeled 'indoor work' and log the time as 'indoor work' in Harvest using create time entry.
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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 Open Weather
Use Open Weather in Latenode to automate weather-based triggers for business logic. Get current conditions or forecasts to adjust marketing campaigns, logistics, or facility management. Unlike standalone apps, Latenode lets you blend weather data with other services, apply custom logic, and scale your automation affordably based on execution time.
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FAQ Harvest and Open Weather
How can I connect my Harvest account to Open Weather using Latenode?
To connect your Harvest account to Open Weather 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 Open Weather accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I trigger time tracking based on weather?
Yes! Latenode lets you start Harvest timers automatically when Open Weather forecasts rain. Avoid manual tracking and ensure accurate billing by automating this weather-dependent task.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Harvest with Open Weather?
Integrating Harvest with Open Weather allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create Harvest tasks when specific weather conditions are predicted.
- Send alerts if outdoor projects may be impacted by changing weather.
- Log weather data to Harvest projects for expense tracking purposes.
- Adjust project timelines based on weather-related delays automatically.
- Generate reports combining time tracking and weather impact on projects.
HowsecureistheHarvestintegrationinLatenode?
Latenode uses secure OAuth to connect to Harvest, ensuring your credentials are never stored. Leverage Latenode's robust security to automate confidently.
Are there any limitations to the Harvest and Open Weather integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex logic may require JavaScript knowledge.
- Real-time weather updates depend on Open Weather's API frequency.
- Historical data analysis may be limited by API request limits.
