How to Send Messages on Mattermost Channel for New Google Calendar Events Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate sending messages on Mattermost for new Google Calendar events using Pabbly Connect. Follow this detailed tutorial for seamless integration. Build sophisticated automated workflows in less time than you think. This guide translates complex integrations into straightforward steps for immediate implementation.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Automation

To send messages on Mattermost for new Google Calendar events, first, access Pabbly Connect. This platform allows you to automate workflows seamlessly.

Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect website. If you don’t have an account, click on ‘Sign Up Free’ to create one. If you already have an account, simply log in. After signing in, click on ‘Access Now’ to reach the Pabbly Connect dashboard.

2. Creating a New Workflow in Pabbly Connect

In the Pabbly Connect dashboard, click on ‘Create Workflow’. Name your workflow, for example, ‘Google Calendar to Mattermost’. This will help you identify the automation later. using Pabbly Connect

Once the workflow is created, you will see two sections: the trigger and the action windows. The trigger will be a new event in Google Calendar, while the action will be sending a message to Mattermost. This structure is essential for setting up your automation.

3. Configuring Google Calendar as the Trigger

In the trigger window, select Google Calendar as the app. Choose the trigger event as ‘New Event’. Click on ‘Connect’ and then select ‘Add New Connection’ to link your Google Calendar account with Pabbly Connect.

After connecting, select your desired calendar from the dropdown list. For this tutorial, we will use the ‘Webinar’ calendar. Click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to fetch the details of the most recent event created in that calendar.

4. Formatting Date and Time Using Pabbly Connect

The date and time received from Google Calendar may not be in a readable format. To address this, use the ‘Date Time Formatter’ feature in Pabbly Connect. In the action window, search for Date Time Formatter and select ‘Format Date with Time Zone’.

• Map the start date and time received from Google Calendar.
• Select the current format of the date and time.
• Choose the desired format for output.
• Select the appropriate time zone.

After configuring, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. Repeat the process for the end date and time by cloning the step to avoid manual input.

5. Sending a Message to Mattermost Channel

Now that the date and time are formatted correctly, it’s time to send a message to your Mattermost channel. Add a new action step, select Mattermost as the app, and choose ‘Create a Post’ as the action event. using Pabbly Connect

Connect your Mattermost account by providing the API token and URL. You can find the token in your Mattermost settings under ‘Personal Access Token’. Map the message content, including event details like name, description, start and end times, and location. Finally, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to share the message on your Mattermost channel.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automate sending messages on Mattermost for new Google Calendar events using Pabbly Connect. By following these steps, you can ensure that your team is always updated with the latest events seamlessly.