n8n Empty Workflow

This n8n workflow serves as a basic template or a starting point, demonstrating the fundamental structure of an n8n automation. It includes a webhook trigger, conditional logic, and a webhook response, providing a minimal yet functional example of how n8n workflows can be constructed.

What it does

This workflow outlines a simple process:

1. Listens for a Webhook: It starts by waiting for an incoming HTTP request (webhook).
2. Applies Conditional Logic: It then evaluates the incoming data using an "If" node, allowing for branching paths based on specific conditions (though no conditions are explicitly configured in this template).
3. Responds to the Webhook: Finally, it sends a response back to the original webhook caller.
4. Includes a Code Node: A "Code" node is present, offering a placeholder for custom JavaScript logic.
5. Includes a Sticky Note: A "Sticky Note" is included for adding comments or documentation directly within the workflow canvas.

Prerequisites/Requirements

• An n8n instance (self-hosted or cloud).
• Basic understanding of webhooks and conditional logic.

Setup/Usage

1. Import the Workflow:
   • In your n8n instance, go to "Workflows".
   • Click "New" or "Import from JSON".
   • Paste the provided JSON content into the import dialog.
2. Configure the Webhook Trigger:
   • The "Webhook" node will generate a unique URL when the workflow is activated. This URL is where external services will send data to trigger the workflow.
3. Configure the Conditional Logic (If Node):
   • Open the "If" node. You will need to define the conditions that determine which branch (TRUE or FALSE) the workflow should follow. For example, you might check if a specific field in the incoming webhook data has a certain value.
4. Configure the Code Node:
   • The "Code" node is currently empty. You can add custom JavaScript code here to manipulate data, call external APIs, or perform any other logic not covered by standard n8n nodes.
5. Configure the Webhook Response:
   • The "Respond to Webhook" node can be configured to send a custom response back to the service that initiated the webhook. You can define the HTTP status code, headers, and body of the response.
6. Activate the Workflow: Once configured, activate the workflow by toggling the "Active" switch in the top right corner of the workflow editor.

This workflow is designed to be a starting point. You will need to connect the "If" node to other nodes (e.g., a "Respond to Webhook" node for the TRUE path and another for the FALSE path, or other action nodes) and define the actual logic within the "If" and "Code" nodes to build a complete automation.