An automated workflow using pipedream
Connects Datadog + Slack
Send a Direct Message with Slack API on New Monitor Event (Instant) from Datadog API
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Datadog and Slack
It can be build using Pipedream, a no-code workflow automation tool. Pipedream 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.
Categories
Datadog and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than pipedream:
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Datadog
New Monitor Event (Instant) in Datadog
Then this action happens in Slack
Send a Direct Message in Slack
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send a Direct Message with Slack API on New Monitor Event (Instant) from Datadog API.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Datadog and Slack to Pipedream.
Create Pipedream account.
Create Pipedream account if you don't have one.
Connect Datadog to Pipedream.
Give Pipedream access to your Datadog account, using Datadog credentials.
Connect Slack to Pipedream.
Give Pipedream 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 Pipedream.
Set up a Trigger action for Datadog
Choose the following trigger: New Monitor Event (Instant) (null).
Then set up an Action for Slack
Choose this action: Send a Direct Message (null).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Datadog and Slack.
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 Direct Message with Slack API on New Monitor Event (Instant) from Datadog API!
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This covers the data that you want to send to Datadog
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Apps you need
Datadog is a powerful cloud monitoring and data analytics platform designed for IT, Operations and Development teams. Easily monitor and visualize servers, databases, tools, and services and turn large amounts of data into actionable insights. Datadog is the perfect solution for cloud-scale monitoring.
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.
Pipedream
A low code integration platform for developers that allows you to connect APIs quickly
Pipedream is a low code integration platform for developers, which helps to connect APIs fast.
