How to Create GitHub Issues From New Items in Notion Databases Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate GitHub issue creation from Notion database items using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step guide to streamline your workflow. Master proven automation processes with practical implementation examples and strategic recommendations you can apply immediately in your workflow.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Notion and GitHub Integration

To automate the creation of GitHub issues from new items in Notion databases, you need to use Pabbly Connect. Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect website and signing up for a free account. Once you have signed up, log in to access the dashboard.

From the dashboard, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You will be prompted to name your workflow. For this tutorial, name it ‘Notion to GitHub’. After naming, click on the ‘Create’ button to proceed to the workflow setup page.

2. Configuring the Trigger with Notion in Pabbly Connect

In the workflow setup, the first step is to set up the trigger. Select Notion as your trigger application. The trigger event will be ‘New Database Item’. This means that whenever a new item is added to your Notion database, it will trigger the workflow. using Pabbly Connect

Next, click on ‘Connect’ and select ‘Add New Connection’. You will be prompted to connect Pabbly Connect with your Notion account. Allow access to view the pages by selecting the relevant pages in your Notion workspace. Ensure you click on ‘Allow Access’ to authorize the connection.

• Choose the Notion database where you will add new items.
• Click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to fetch the details of the latest item added.

After clicking ‘Save and Send Test Request’, you will receive a response containing the details of the most recent item from your Notion database. This confirms that the trigger setup is successful.

3. Setting Up the Action to Create Issues in GitHub

After configuring the trigger, the next step is to set up the action. Search for GitHub in the action application section and select it. The action event will be ‘Create Issue’. This action will create a new GitHub issue based on the details from the Notion item. using Pabbly Connect

Click on ‘Connect’ and choose ‘Add New Connection’ to link your GitHub account with Pabbly Connect. Authorize the connection by clicking ‘Authorize Pabbly’. You may need to log in to your GitHub account if prompted. Once authorized, select the repository where the issue will be created.

• Map the title and body of the GitHub issue using the data fetched from Notion.
• Fill in the label for the issue as needed (e.g., ‘bug’).

After mapping the necessary fields, click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to create an issue in GitHub. If successful, you will see the new issue created in your specified repository.

4. Finalizing Your Notion to GitHub Automation

Once you have successfully created an issue in GitHub, your automation setup is complete. You only need to set this up once. From now on, every time you add a new item to your Notion database, an issue will automatically be created in GitHub. using Pabbly Connect

This automation saves you time and effort, ensuring that your tasks are tracked effectively in GitHub without manual intervention. You can modify or enhance this workflow in Pabbly Connect as needed to fit your project management style.

5. Conclusion: Streamlining Your Workflow with Pabbly Connect

In this tutorial, we explored how to create GitHub issues from new items in Notion databases using Pabbly Connect. This integration allows for seamless project management, ensuring that no task is overlooked.

By following the steps outlined, you can easily set up this automation and enhance your productivity. Embrace the power of automation with Pabbly Connect to streamline your workflow today!