n8n-skills
n8n workflow automation knowledge base. Provides n8n node information, node functionality details, workflow patterns, and configuration examples. Covers triggers, data transformation, data input/output, AI integration, covering 10 nodes. Keywords: n8n, workflow, automation, node, trigger, webhook, http request, database, ai agent.
When & Why to Use This Skill
This Claude skill serves as a comprehensive knowledge base for n8n workflow automation, providing expert guidance on node functionality, configuration best practices, and complex workflow design. It helps users streamline business processes by offering detailed patterns for API integration, data transformation, and AI agent orchestration within the n8n ecosystem.
Use Cases
- Designing automated HTTP data fetching and transformation pipelines to sync external API data with internal systems.
- Building AI-powered assistants and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems by integrating OpenAI and vector databases into n8n workflows.
- Implementing multi-platform database synchronization to maintain data consistency between Postgres, MySQL, and cloud applications.
- Creating automated email management systems that monitor inboxes via IMAP and trigger custom responses or CRM updates.
- Developing webhook-based notification systems that process incoming events and alert teams via Slack or Microsoft Teams.
- Automating file processing tasks such as extracting data from documents and moving files between Google Drive and Dropbox.
| name | n8n-skills |
|---|---|
| description | "n8n workflow automation knowledge base. Provides n8n node information, node functionality details, workflow patterns, and configuration examples. Covers triggers, data transformation, data input/output, AI integration, covering 10 nodes. Keywords: n8n, workflow, automation, node, trigger, webhook, http request, database, ai agent." |
| license | MIT |
| author | Frank Chen |
| version | "2.1.1" |
n8n Workflow Automation Skill Pack
Overview
This skill helps with:
- Understanding n8n node functionality and usage
- Finding nodes suitable for specific tasks
- Learning common workflow patterns
- Getting node configuration examples
- Solving workflow design problems
This skill includes:
- Detailed information on the 10 most commonly used built-in n8n nodes
- 30+ popular community packages for extended functionality
- Node configuration examples and best practices
- Common workflow patterns
- Node categorization and indexing for both built-in and community nodes
Table of Contents
Common Workflow Patterns
Here are some common workflow patterns you can use as a starting point:
1. HTTP Data Fetching
Fetch data from APIs and process it
Nodes used:
- HTTP Request
- Set
- IF
Example: Use HTTP Request node to fetch data from external APIs, Set node to transform formats, and IF node for conditional logic
2. Email Automation
Monitor emails and auto-respond or forward
Nodes used:
- Email Trigger (IMAP)
- Gmail
- IF
Example: Use Email Trigger to monitor inbox, IF node to filter specific conditions, and Gmail node to auto-reply or forward
3. Database Synchronization
Sync data between different systems
Nodes used:
- Schedule Trigger
- HTTP Request
- Postgres
- MySQL
Example: Scheduled trigger to read data from one database, transform it, and write to another database
4. Webhook Processing
Receive external webhooks and trigger actions
Nodes used:
- Webhook
- Set
- HTTP Request
- Slack
Example: Receive webhook events, process data, and send notifications to Slack or other systems
5. AI Assistant Integration
Use AI models to process and generate content
Nodes used:
- AI Agent
- OpenAI
- Vector Store
- Embeddings OpenAI
Example: Build AI assistants to handle user queries, integrate vector databases for semantic search
6. File Processing
Automatically process and transform files
Nodes used:
- Google Drive Trigger
- Extract from File
- Move Binary Data
- Dropbox
Example: Monitor Google Drive for new files, extract and process content, then upload to Dropbox
Complete Template Library
We have collected 20 popular workflow templates from n8n.io, categorized by use case:
- AI & Chatbots - AI Agents, RAG systems, intelligent conversations
- Social Media & Video - TikTok, Instagram, YouTube automation
- Data Processing & Analysis - Google Sheets, database integration
- Communication & Collaboration - Email, WhatsApp, Telegram automation
See the complete template index for all available templates.
License and Attribution
This Skill Pack License
This skill pack project is licensed under the MIT License. See: https://github.com/haunchen/n8n-skills/blob/main/LICENSE
Important Notice
This is an unofficial educational project and is not affiliated with n8n GmbH.
This skill content is generated based on the following resources:
- n8n node type definitions (Sustainable Use License)
- n8n official documentation (MIT License)
- n8n-mcp project architecture (MIT License)
For detailed attribution information, please refer to the ATTRIBUTIONS.md file in the project.
About n8n
n8n is an open-source workflow automation platform developed and maintained by n8n GmbH.
- Official website: https://n8n.io
- Documentation: https://docs.n8n.io
- Source code: https://github.com/n8n-io/n8n
- License: Sustainable Use License
When using n8n software, you must comply with n8n's license terms. See: https://github.com/n8n-io/n8n/blob/master/LICENSE.md