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Autotrack Slack messages to trigger Timing time tracking

This automation allows users to start tracking a project or task automatically when they send a message to a specific Slack channel. It integrates with Slack to monitor the designated channel and triggers a Timing timer to begin recording the activity.

This streamlines project management and collaboration by eliminating the need for manual time tracking, providing real-time insights into team productivity and task progress. The automation is designed for teams and individuals who rely on Slack for communication and need an efficient way to monitor their work without disrupting their workflow.

Updated Apr 6, 2026Est. run: 26sEst. cost: $0.0703
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What this template does

  • Monitors a specific Slack channel for new messages
  • Automatically starts a Timing timer when a message is detected
  • Links the timer to a project or task for time tracking
  • Provides real-time insights into team productivity and task progress
  • Eliminates the need for manual time tracking in Slack

How it works

1
Trigger

Receive Slack message

When a user posts a message in the designated Slack channel, the automation is triggered.

2
Action

Start Timing timer

The automation integrates with the Timing app to automatically create a new timer and start tracking the time for the task or project mentioned in the Slack message.

Setup guide

1

Add Slack credential in Latenode Credentials panel

In the Latenode Credentials panel, add a new Slack credential. Provide your Slack workspace URL, bot user OAuth access token, and any other required Slack API credentials.

2

Configure Slack channel monitoring node in Latenode builder

In the Latenode builder, add a Slack channel monitoring node. Configure the node to listen for messages in the specific Slack channel you want to track. Map the message text and other relevant data to node outputs.

3

Add Timing timer node in Latenode builder

In the Latenode builder, add a Timing timer node. Configure the node to start a new timer whenever a message is received from the Slack channel monitoring node. Map the timer data (start time, duration, etc.) to node outputs.

4

Map Slack and Timing data in Latenode node settings

In the node settings, map the relevant data from the Slack channel monitoring node and the Timing timer node. This will ensure that the Timing timer is accurately triggered and the project or task tracking data is correctly captured.

5

Test the automation in Latenode

Test the automation by sending a message to the designated Slack channel. Verify that the Timing timer starts automatically and the project or task tracking data is being captured as expected.

Requirements

Connect a Slack workspace and channel to monitor for new messages
Obtain a Slack bot token with permissions to read messages in the designated channel
Set up a Timing account and API key to programmatically start and stop timers
Configure the workflow to listen for new messages in the Slack channel and trigger the Timing timer automatically

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