This automation scenario allows you to connect MySQL and Salesforce
It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier 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.
MySQL and Salesforce can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
When this trigger fires in MySQL
Triggered when you add a new row.
Then this action happens in Salesforce
Creates a new record of a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create Salesforce leads from new MySQL Database entries.
Part I
First, we need to connect MySQL and Salesforce to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect MySQL to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your MySQL account, using MySQL credentials.
Connect Salesforce to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Salesforce account, using Salesforce credentials.
Part II
Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.
Set up a Trigger action for MySQL
Choose the following trigger: New Row (Triggered when you add a new row.).
Then set up an Action for Salesforce
Choose this action: Create Record (Creates a new record of a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).).
Part III
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between MySQL and Salesforce.
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 Salesforce leads from new MySQL Database entries!
Triggers when a record of the specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.) is created.
Triggers when a field of your choosing (ie. email address, status) is updated on any record of a specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.).
Triggers when any record of the specified Salesforce object (ie. Contact, Lead, Opportunity, etc.) is updated.
Triggers when a record in an object is created or updated.
Triggers when a new outbound message is received in Salesforce.
This Trigger fires every time an Opportunity changes to the "Closed Won" stage. Note: For realtime notifications, you or your Salesforce administrator must install the IFTTT Salesforce Package. For more details see: ift.tt/salesforce
Updates an existing row.
Finds a row in a table via a lookup column.
Create row
Delete row
Execute query
Execute stored procedure
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