Automated workflow
Workflow Description
A scheduled automated workflow that reads files, processes data in batches, sends HTTP requests, and saves results to new files. Designed for efficient, recurring data processing tasks with minimal manual intervention.
How it works
- 1.Trigger the workflow on a predefined schedule
- 2.Read and extract data from source files
- 3.Split data into manageable batches for processing
- 4.Send HTTP requests for each batch and handle responses
- 5.Convert and write results back to files
Use cases
- Periodic bulk data processing from external systems
- Exporting transformed data to CSV or JSON files for reports
- Synchronizing data between databases and web services via batch transfers
Requirements
- Configured schedule trigger with proper timezone settings
- Source files in standard formats (CSV, JSON, XML)
- Authenticated HTTP endpoints for external service integration
Service Value
Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.
Apps Used
Details
How to Use
- 1.Click "Download Template"
- 2.Open your n8n dashboard
- 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
- 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials
Nodes Used (19)
Create Session
HTTP Request
List followers
HTTP Request
Convert to File
Convert To File
Extract from File
Extract From File
Split Out
Split Out
Loop Over Items
Split In Batches
Wait
Wait
Find new followers
Code
Read followers from file
Read Write File
Save followers to file
Read Write File
Define welcome message
Set
Sticky Note2
Sticky Note
Sticky Note3
Sticky Note
Send message
HTTP Request
Get conversation ID
HTTP Request
Sticky Note
Sticky Note
Sticky Note1
Sticky Note
Each 60 minutes
Schedule Trigger
No Operation, do nothing
No Op