NocoDB Record Linking Workflow

This n8n workflow demonstrates a basic interaction with NocoDB via an HTTP Request node. It serves as a starting point for integrating and manipulating data within NocoDB.

Description

This workflow provides a foundational example of how to manually trigger an n8n process that then makes an HTTP request. While the specific target and action of the HTTP request are not fully defined in the provided JSON, it sets the stage for advanced NocoDB record linking or data manipulation.

What it does

1. Manually Triggered: The workflow is initiated by a manual trigger, allowing you to run it on demand.
2. Edit Fields (Set): An "Edit Fields" node is included, which typically allows for setting, modifying, or transforming data before further processing. In this basic setup, its specific configuration is not detailed, but it's a common step for preparing data.
3. NocoDB Node: A NocoDB node is present, indicating an intended interaction with a NocoDB instance. The exact operation (e.g., create, read, update, delete records) is not specified in this minimal JSON.
4. HTTP Request: An "HTTP Request" node is included, which is the core of this example. This node is configured to make a web request, likely to a NocoDB API endpoint, to perform a specific action. The details of this request (URL, method, headers, body) would need to be configured to achieve a concrete NocoDB operation.
5. Sticky Note: A sticky note is included for documentation within the workflow canvas.

Prerequisites/Requirements

• n8n Instance: A running n8n instance to import and execute the workflow.
• NocoDB Instance: Access to a NocoDB instance with an API token or other authentication method if required by the NocoDB API.
• API Endpoint: Knowledge of the specific NocoDB API endpoint you intend to interact with for linking or manipulating records.

Setup/Usage

1. Import the Workflow:
   • Copy the provided JSON code.
   • In your n8n instance, go to "Workflows" and click "New".
   • Click the "Import from JSON" button (usually a cloud icon with an arrow pointing down) and paste the JSON.
2. Configure the NocoDB Node:
   • Click on the "NocoDB" node.
   • Configure your NocoDB credentials. This typically involves providing your NocoDB base URL and an API token.
   • Select the desired operation (e.g., "Get All", "Create", "Update", "Delete") and specify the table and other parameters as needed for your use case.
3. Configure the HTTP Request Node:
   • Click on the "HTTP Request" node.
   • Specify the URL for your NocoDB API endpoint. This will depend on the specific NocoDB table and action you want to perform.
   • Select the appropriate HTTP Method (e.g., GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
   • Add any necessary Headers (e.g., xc-token for NocoDB API authentication).
   • If performing a POST or PUT request, configure the Body with the data you wish to send. You might use expressions to pull data from previous nodes.
4. Configure the Edit Fields (Set) Node (Optional):
   • If you need to prepare or transform data before the NocoDB or HTTP Request nodes, configure the "Edit Fields" node to add, rename, or modify fields as required.
5. Execute the Workflow:
   • Click the "Execute Workflow" button (play icon) in the top right corner to run the workflow manually and test its functionality.
   • Review the output of each node to ensure the data is being processed as expected.