How to Send Slack Channel Messages Automatically for New Events

Learn how to automate Slack notifications for new Google Calendar events using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step guide to streamline your workflow. Transform complex automation concepts into accessible, actionable steps that eliminate unnecessary manual work while maximizing existing application capabilities.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Slack Integration

To automate Slack notifications for new events, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Start by opening a web browser and navigating to the Pabbly Connect landing page at pabby.com/connect.

Once on the landing page, you will see options to sign in or sign up for free. If you are a new user, click on the sign-up button to create an account. After signing in, you will have access to the dashboard where you can create your first workflow.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

In Pabbly Connect, creating a workflow is essential for automating tasks. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button to start. Choose the option to create from scratch and name your workflow, such as ‘Send Slack Channel Messages Automatically for New Events’.

• Select the new beta method version for the workflow builder.
• Choose a folder to save your workflow.

After naming and setting up your folder, click on the ‘Create’ button. This sets the foundation for your automation process.

3. Setting Up the Trigger with Google Calendar

For the automation to work, you need to set up a trigger in Pabbly Connect. Select Google Calendar as your trigger application. Choose the event type as ‘New or Updated Event Instant’ to capture new events as they are added.

Click the ‘Connect’ button, then select ‘Sign in with Google’ to link your Google account. After granting permission, select the specific calendar where you will add events. Once done, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to ensure the connection is established.

4. Formatting Dates for Slack Messages

After setting the trigger, the next step in Pabbly Connect is to format the date and time before sending notifications to Slack. Add an action step and select ‘DateTime Formatter by Pabbly’ to format the date and time according to your requirements.

• Map the start date and time from the previous step.
• Set the time zone to Asia/Kolkata for accurate scheduling.

Click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to verify that the dates are formatted correctly. Repeat the process for the end date and time, ensuring both are set up for Slack notifications.

5. Sending Notifications to Slack

The final step in Pabbly Connect is to send the formatted message to your Slack channel. Add another action step and select Slack as the application. Choose ‘Send Channel Message’ as the action event.

Connect your Slack account by clicking ‘Connect with Slack’. Select the channel where you want to send notifications, and map the event details like name, description, start date, and end date into the message. Finally, click ‘Send Test Request’ to send a test message to your Slack channel.

Once the test is successful, your automation is complete. Now, every time a new event is added to your Google Calendar, a notification will be sent to your selected Slack channel automatically.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect to automate Slack notifications for new Google Calendar events streamlines team communication. With just a few simple steps, you can ensure that your team is always informed about upcoming meetings and events, enhancing overall productivity.