An automated workflow using pipedream
Connects Slack + Giphy
Upload a Gif with Giphy API on New Message In Channels from Slack API
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Slack and Giphy
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
Slack and Giphy can also be integrated using automation tools other than pipedream:
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Slack
New Message In Channels (Instant) in Slack
Then this action happens in Giphy
Upload a Gif in Giphy
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Upload a Gif with Giphy API on New Message In Channels from Slack API.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Slack and Giphy to Pipedream.
Create Pipedream account.
Create Pipedream account if you don't have one.
Connect Slack to Pipedream.
Give Pipedream access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.
Connect Giphy to Pipedream.
Give Pipedream access to your Giphy account, using Giphy 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 Slack
Choose the following trigger: New Message In Channels (Instant) (null).
Then set up an Action for Giphy
Choose this action: Upload a Gif (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 Slack and Giphy.
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 Upload a Gif with Giphy API on New Message In Channels from Slack API!
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Apps you need
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.
