GitLab
Slack
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An automated workflow using integromat

Connects GitLab + Slack

Send a Slack message on a new GitLab issue

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect GitLab and Slack

It can be build using Integromat, a no-code workflow automation tool. Integromat allows you to create automated bots using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

GitLab and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than integromat:

Diagram

Send a Slack message on a new GitLab issue
Workflow diagram: GitLab + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in GitLab

GitLab

Watch Issues in GitLab

Triggers when a new issue is created or an existing issue was updated/closed/reopened.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Create a Message in Slack

Creates a message.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send a Slack message on a new GitLab issue.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect GitLab and Slack to Make.com.

  • Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account.

    Create Make.com account if you don't have one.

  • Connect GitLab to Make.com.

    Connect GitLab to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your GitLab account, using GitLab credentials.

  • Connect Slack to Make.com.

    Connect Slack to Make.com.

    Give Make.com access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Make.com.

  • Set up a Trigger action for GitLab

    Set up a Trigger action for GitLab

    Choose the following trigger: Watch Issues (Triggers when a new issue is created or an existing issue was updated/closed/reopened.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Create a Message (Creates a message.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between GitLab and Slack.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Send a Slack message on a new GitLab issue!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

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  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

    Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.

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  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

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  • Slack

    New pushed message

    Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

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  • Slack

    New user

    Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.

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  • Slack

    New mention

    Triggers when a username or highlight word is mentioned in a public #channel.

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  • GitLab

    Create issue

    Creates a new issue.

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  • GitLab

    Search issues

    Returns all issues created by the authenticated user.

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  • GitLab

    Create branch

    Create branch

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  • GitLab

    Create epic

    Create epic

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  • GitLab

    Edit issue

    Edit issue

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    actionbypipedream
  • GitLab

    Get issue

    Get issue

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    actionbypipedream

Apps you need

Slack

Slack

Team Chat

A cloud-based platform for team communication and collaboration

Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.

Make.com

Make.com

Automation Platforms

Integromat now Make! A workflow automation service.

Make.com (Integromat) is a powerful automation tool that enables users to connect their favorite apps, services, and devices without any coding skills. With its unique features, users can automate even complex integrations easily and efficiently, saving time and effort. Integromat allows to connect apps and automate processes in a few clicks.