n8n - AI-native workflow automation

I have been automating processes for a long time using various solutions. When I discovered n8n it was a perfect match. Having a lot of experience in this field I found products like Make and Zapier way to limiting. With n8n I found a great product for automation that does not only make things easy, but allows me to do advanced things.

n8n.io - a powerful workflow automation tool

n8n is a free and source-available workflow automation tool

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n8n is a powerful workflow automation and integration platform designed to simplify complex data workflows with flexibility and ease of use.

Key Features

Visual Workflow Building

• Uses a node-based system where each node represents a step in the workflow
• Offers over 400 pre-configured integrations
• Supports native and HTTP nodes for direct API interactions

Flexible Development Options

• Visual editor allows drag-and-drop workflow creation
• Code nodes support custom transformations in JavaScript and Python
• HTTP request node enables connections to apps without pre-built integrations
• Supports dynamic parameter expressions using JavaScript and Tournament templating language

Advanced Debugging Capabilities

• Visual debugging with data displayed next to configuration
• Custom error handling flows
• Log streaming and pinning of previous workflow outputs
• Ability to re-run individual workflow steps[1]

Deployment Flexibility

• Self-hosting options via Docker or Kubernetes
• GitHub-based source control
• Cloud and on-premise deployment modes
• Supports different execution environments
• Secure secret management using AWS Secrets Manager, Infisical, and HashiCorp Vault

AI and Integration Features

• Built-in AI nodes for document summarization and question answering
• LangChain compatibility
• Webhook triggers
• Supports complex data routing, filtering, and transformation[1]

n8n offers a comprehensive solution for developers and teams seeking a versatile, secure, and user-friendly workflow automation platform.