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Automatically notify Slack about new Basecamp 3 to-do items

This automation scenario helps teams stay informed about new to-do items created in their Basecamp project management tool.

It automatically sends a message to a designated Slack channel whenever a new to-do is added, allowing the entire team to be quickly notified and take action. The automation triggers on new to-do creation in Basecamp, then sends a detailed message about the new task to a specified Slack channel, ensuring that all team members are aware of the latest updates from their project management system.

Updated Apr 2, 2026Est. run: 8sEst. cost: $0.0005
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What this template does

  • Monitors Basecamp for new to-do items created
  • Extracts key details like title, assignee, and due date
  • Formats a notification message with the task details
  • Sends the message to a designated Slack channel
  • Keeps the team informed about the latest project updates

How it works

1
Trigger

New To-Do Trigger

Basecamp detects when a new to-do item is created in the project management tool.

2
Logic

Format To-Do Details

The automation extracts key details about the new to-do, such as the title, description, and assignee, and formats this information into a message to be shared in Slack.

3
Action

Send Channel Message

The formatted to-do details are then posted as a message in the designated Slack channel, allowing the entire team to be notified about the new task and take appropriate action.

Setup guide

1

Add Basecamp Credential

Add your Basecamp account credential in the Latenode Credentials panel. Select the 'Basecamp' integration and follow the authentication flow to grant Latenode access to your Basecamp account.

2

Select Basecamp Project

In the Basecamp node settings, choose the specific Basecamp project that you want to monitor for new to-do items.

3

Add Slack Credential

Add your Slack workspace credential in the Latenode Credentials panel. Select the 'Slack' integration and follow the authentication flow to grant Latenode access to your Slack workspace.

4

Configure Slack Channel

In the Slack node settings, specify the channel where you want the new to-do notifications to be sent.

5

Customize Notification Message

Use the JavaScript node to customize the content of the Slack message. You can include details about the new to-do item, such as the title, description, and due date.

Requirements

Basecamp 3 account with permission to access and create new to-do items
Slack workspace with a designated channel to receive new to-do notifications
Latenode workspace with the Basecamp 3 and Slack integrations enabled
Latenode workspace variables to store the Basecamp project ID and Slack channel ID

FAQ

Common questions about this template

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