n8n Core Nodes Workflow

This n8n workflow demonstrates a basic structure using several core n8n nodes, including a scheduled trigger, conditional logic, looping, and an HTTP request. It serves as a foundational template for building more complex automation tasks.

What it does

This workflow showcases how to combine fundamental n8n nodes to create a simple, scheduled process:

1. Triggers on a Schedule: The workflow starts at predefined intervals, as configured in the Schedule Trigger node.
2. Performs an HTTP Request: It then executes an HTTP request, which can be configured to interact with any external API or web service.
3. Applies Conditional Logic: The If node evaluates a condition, allowing the workflow to branch into different paths based on the outcome (True or False).
4. Handles "True" Path: If the condition in the If node evaluates to True, the workflow proceeds to a No Operation, do nothing node, effectively ending that branch without further action.
5. Handles "False" Path with Looping: If the condition in the If node evaluates to False, the workflow enters a Loop Over Items (Split in Batches) node, indicating that it's prepared to process items in batches. However, without further connected nodes, this branch currently does not perform any specific action on the batched items.

Prerequisites/Requirements

• An active n8n instance.
• (Optional) If you intend for the HTTP Request node to interact with a specific API, you will need the API endpoint, method, and any required authentication details (e.g., API keys, tokens).

Setup/Usage

1. Import the workflow: Copy the provided JSON and import it into your n8n instance.
2. Configure the Schedule Trigger:
   • Open the Schedule Trigger node.
   • Set your desired interval (e.g., every hour, daily, at specific times).
3. Configure the HTTP Request node:
   • Open the HTTP Request node.
   • Specify the URL, Method (GET, POST, etc.), and any Headers or Body parameters required for your API call.
   • If authentication is needed, configure the appropriate Credentials for the HTTP Request node.
4. Configure the If node:
   • Open the If node.
   • Define the Conditions that will determine whether the workflow follows the "True" or "False" path. This could involve checking data from the HTTP Request node or any other source.
5. Activate the workflow: Once configured, activate the workflow to let it run automatically based on your schedule.

This workflow provides a solid starting point for building scheduled tasks that involve API interactions and conditional processing. You can expand upon the "True" and "False" branches of the If node, as well as the Loop Over Items node, to implement more sophisticated logic and integrations.