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How to connect Linear and FreshBooks
Create a New Scenario to Connect Linear and FreshBooks
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 Linear, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Linear or FreshBooks will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Linear or FreshBooks, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.
Add the Linear Node
Select the Linear node from the app selection panel on the right.
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Add the FreshBooks Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Linear node, select FreshBooks from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within FreshBooks.
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Authenticate FreshBooks
Now, click the FreshBooks node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your FreshBooks settings. Authentication allows you to use FreshBooks through Latenode.
Configure the Linear and FreshBooks 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 Linear and FreshBooks 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 Linear, FreshBooks, 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 Linear and FreshBooks integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Linear and FreshBooks (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Linear and FreshBooks
Linear + FreshBooks + Slack: When a Linear issue is resolved (updated issue), create an invoice in FreshBooks for the client, and send a Slack message to a specified channel to notify the team about the new invoice.
FreshBooks + Linear + Google Sheets: When a FreshBooks invoice is paid (new invoice), update the corresponding Linear issue with a comment. Also, log the invoice details in a Google Sheets spreadsheet.
Linear and FreshBooks integration alternatives
About Linear
Connect Linear to Latenode for automated issue tracking. Streamline bug reporting from various sources. Automatically create Linear issues from form submissions or customer support tickets. Update issue statuses based on events in other systems like Git or CI/CD pipelines, all within a scalable, low-code workflow.
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About FreshBooks
Connect FreshBooks to Latenode to automate invoice creation and payment tracking. Trigger actions in other apps (CRM, email) based on FreshBooks events. Centralize accounting data into workflows, use AI to analyze spendings, and get custom notifications – all automated with Latenode's flexible, no-code visual builder.
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FAQ Linear and FreshBooks
How can I connect my Linear account to FreshBooks using Latenode?
To connect your Linear account to FreshBooks on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Linear and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Linear and FreshBooks accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create FreshBooks invoices from Linear issues?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes it easy to automate invoice creation. Benefit from time saved and ensure accurate billing based on completed Linear tasks.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Linear with FreshBooks?
Integrating Linear with FreshBooks allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Creating FreshBooks clients from new Linear users.
- Generating invoices in FreshBooks for completed Linear tasks.
- Updating issue statuses in Linear based on invoice payments in FreshBooks.
- Tracking billable hours from Linear issues in FreshBooks.
- Sending payment reminders from FreshBooks based on Linear task due dates.
How scalable is the Linear integration within Latenode workflows?
Latenode is built for scale, so you can handle large volumes of Linear issues and FreshBooks invoices efficiently without performance bottlenecks.
Are there any limitations to the Linear and FreshBooks integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex data transformations might require custom JavaScript code.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the API limits of both Linear and FreshBooks.
- Historical data migration between the two platforms is not directly supported.
