An automated workflow using ifttt
Connects Jira + Google Calendar
Create detailed Google Calendar events from new issues in Jira
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Jira and Google Calendar
It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt allows you to create automated scripts 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
Jira and Google Calendar can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Jira
New issue in Jira
This trigger fires when a new issue is created.
Then this action happens in Google Calendar
Create a detailed event in Google Calendar
This action will create a detailed event in your Google Calendar.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create detailed Google Calendar events from new issues in Jira.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Jira and Google Calendar to IFTTT.
Create IFTTT account.
Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.
Connect Jira to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Jira account, using Jira credentials.
Connect Google Calendar to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Google Calendar account, using Google Calendar credentials.
Part II
Build an integration workflow
Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of IFTTT.
Set up a Trigger action for Jira
Choose the following trigger: New issue (This trigger fires when a new issue is created.).
Then set up an Action for Google Calendar
Choose this action: Create a detailed event (This action will create a detailed event in your Google Calendar.).
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 Jira and Google Calendar.
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 Create detailed Google Calendar events from new issues in Jira!
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New event
Triggers when an event is created.
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Triggers a specified time before an event starts.
triggerbyzapierautomateioNew or updated event
Triggers when an event is created or updated (except when it's cancelled).
triggerbyzapierAny event starts
This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of any event on your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.
triggerbyiftttEvent from search starts
This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of an event on your Calendar that contains a specific keyword or phrase in the event’s Title, Description, or Location. Ingredient will be based on the zone set in Google.
triggerbyiftttNew event added
This Trigger fires every time a new event is added to your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.
triggerbyifttt
Create issue
Create issue
actionbypipedreamiftttalbatoUpdate issue
Updates an Issue
actionbyautomateiopipedreamalbatoAdd attachment to issue
Add attachment to issue
actionbypipedreamAdd comment to issue
Add comment to issue
actionbypipedreamAdd multiple attachments to issue
Add multiple attachments to issue
actionbypipedreamAdd watcher to issue
Add watcher to issue
actionbypipedream
Apps you need
Jira is the go-to project management tool for agile software development teams. With its easy-to-use interface and a wide range of features, Jira simplifies complex workflows and boosts team productivity. From planning and tracking progress to automating tasks, Jira has got you covered.
Google Calendar, the free time-management web application, simplifies scheduling and organizing your daily events. Easily manage and share your schedule with customizable notifications, ensuring you stay on top of your commitments.
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