n8n RSS Feed Aggregator

This n8n workflow demonstrates a basic pattern for aggregating data from multiple RSS feeds, processing it, and preparing it for further actions. It fetches content from several sources, combines them, and includes a placeholder for conditional logic and output.

What it does

This workflow performs the following steps:

1. Triggers on a schedule: The workflow is set to run periodically (e.g., daily, hourly, or at a specific cron schedule) to fetch fresh content.
2. Fetches RSS Feeds: It reads content from two distinct RSS feed URLs.
3. Combines Feed Data: The items from both RSS feeds are merged into a single collection of data.
4. Processes Each Item: It iterates through each merged item, allowing for individual processing.
5. Adds/Modifies Data: For each item, it sets or modifies fields (e.g., adding a source identifier, reformatting data).
6. Conditional Logic (Placeholder): Includes an "If" node, which acts as a placeholder for implementing conditional logic. This could be used to filter items based on keywords, categories, or other criteria.
7. No Operation (Placeholder): Contains "No Operation" nodes for both the TRUE and FALSE branches of the "If" node, indicating where further actions (e.g., sending to different destinations, storing in different databases) would be added.
8. HTTP Request (Placeholder): Includes an "HTTP Request" node, serving as a placeholder for making an API call or sending data to an external service.
9. Code (Placeholder): Contains a "Code" node, allowing for custom JavaScript logic to be executed on the data.
10. Webhook (Placeholder): Features a "Webhook" node, which could be used to trigger external systems or receive data from other services.

Prerequisites/Requirements

• n8n Instance: A running n8n instance (self-hosted or cloud).
• RSS Feed URLs: Valid RSS feed URLs that you wish to aggregate. These are currently hardcoded in the "RSS Read" nodes but can be easily modified.

Setup/Usage

1. Import the Workflow:
   • Download the provided JSON file.
   • In your n8n instance, click on "Workflows" in the left sidebar.
   • Click "New" -> "Import from JSON" and paste the workflow JSON or upload the file.
2. Configure RSS Feeds:
   • Locate the "RSS Read" nodes.
   • Update the "URL" field in each node with the RSS feed URLs you want to monitor. You can add more "RSS Read" nodes if you have more sources.
3. Configure Schedule Trigger:
   • Adjust the "Schedule Trigger" node to your desired frequency (e.g., every hour, daily at a specific time).
4. Implement Conditional Logic (Optional):
   • Modify the "If" node to add your specific conditions for filtering or routing items.
   • Connect the TRUE and FALSE outputs of the "If" node to relevant actions (e.g., sending to Slack, saving to a database, sending an email).
5. Add Actions for Processed Data (Optional):
   • Replace the "No Operation, do nothing" nodes with actual action nodes (e.g., "Slack", "Google Sheets", "Email Send", "Database" nodes) to process the aggregated news items.
   • Configure the "HTTP Request" and "Code" nodes with your specific logic or API calls as needed.
   • Configure the "Webhook" node if you intend to expose an endpoint for this workflow.
6. Activate the Workflow:
   • Once configured, activate the workflow by toggling the "Active" switch in the top right corner of the workflow editor.