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How to connect Harvest and Slack bot
Create a New Scenario to Connect Harvest and Slack bot
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 Slack bot will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Harvest or Slack bot, 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 Slack bot Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Harvest node, select Slack bot from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Slack bot.
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Authenticate Slack bot
Now, click the Slack bot node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Slack bot settings. Authentication allows you to use Slack bot through Latenode.
Configure the Harvest and Slack bot 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 Slack bot 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, Slack bot, 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 Slack bot integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Harvest and Slack bot (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 Slack bot
Harvest + Slack bot + Google Sheets: When a new time entry is created in Harvest, a summary is sent to a Slack channel. The time entry details are then logged in a Google Sheet for reporting purposes.
Slack bot + Harvest + Jira: When a team member sends a message in Slack containing the word 'blocked', a Jira ticket is created. A Harvest timer is then started to track time spent resolving the issue.
Harvest and Slack bot 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 Slack bot
Use Slack bot within Latenode to automate notifications and actions based on real-time triggers. Update databases, post alerts, or start complex workflows directly from Slack commands. Latenode lets you visually build and scale these interactions without code, adding custom logic and connecting to any API with ease.
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FAQ Harvest and Slack bot
How can I connect my Harvest account to Slack bot using Latenode?
To connect your Harvest account to Slack bot 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 Slack bot accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I get notified in Slack when a Harvest project is completed?
Yes, you can! With Latenode, you can easily trigger Slack bot notifications based on Harvest project status changes. This helps teams stay informed and improves project tracking efficiency.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Harvest with Slack bot?
Integrating Harvest with Slack bot allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically post new Harvest project updates to a Slack channel.
- Send reminders in Slack for approaching Harvest timesheet deadlines.
- Create Harvest tasks directly from Slack using slash commands.
- Receive daily summaries of Harvest time entries in a Slack channel.
- Notify a Slack channel when a Harvest invoice is paid.
HowcanIautomaticallyextractHarvestdatatoanalyzeitfurther?
Latenode lets you extract Harvest data using built-in blocks or JavaScript, then transform and send it to analytics tools for comprehensive reporting.
Are there any limitations to the Harvest and Slack bot integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Historical Harvest data prior to integration setup is not automatically synced.
- Custom Slack bot message formatting beyond basic text may require JavaScript.
- Complex Harvest reporting may require external data visualization tools.
