How to schedule a recurring workflow in Bubble.io?

Learn how to easily schedule and automate recurring workflows in Bubble.io. Follow our step-by-step guide to set up backend workflows and recurring events seamlessly.

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Overview

Automate your repetitive tasks efficiently with Bubble.io! This no-code platform allows you to streamline processes through recurring workflows. Start by creating a backend workflow, then set up a recurring event by assigning actions or data types to it. Seamlessly integrate this event into your app's flow, such as during user sign-ups or button clicks. Don't forget to test for accuracy and troubleshoot as needed. Follow these steps to make your app smarter and more efficient.

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How to schedule a recurring workflow in Bubble.io?

Understanding Recurring Workflows in Bubble.io Bubble.io is an excellent no-code platform to build sophisticated web applications. Scheduling a recurring workflow can help automate repetitive tasks without manual intervention. Here’s a detailed guide on how to set one up in Bubble.io. Creating the Backend Workflow -

Navigate to the 'Backend Workflows' section in your Bubble.io editor. This is where you will define the workflow that needs to be scheduled repeatedly.

Click on 'Add a new API workflow' button.

Give your workflow a meaningful name, like ‘RecurringWorkflow’.

Add the desired actions to your workflow. This could be anything like sending an email, updating a database entry, etc.

In the workflow’s settings, ensure the 'Expose as a public endpoint' checkbox is unchecked.

Setting Up the Recurring Event -

After creating your backend workflow, stay in the 'Backend Workflows' section and click on 'New recurring event'.

Name this recurring event, perhaps something like ‘DailyTask’ or ‘WeeklyUpdate’.

Choose the type of data that the recurring event will process. For a simple recurring action not needing a specific data type, you can use a dummy data type or leave it empty if allowed.

Select the API workflow (created in the previous section) that should be executed during this recurring event.

Scheduling the Recurring Event -

After setting up the recurring event, you need to schedule it somewhere within your application’s main workflow or user flow.

Go to the page where you want to trigger the scheduling (this could be during a user sign-up, button click, etc.).

Add an action to this workflow by clicking on 'Click here to add an action' and navigate to 'Scheduling'.

Select 'Set/cancel a recurring event'.

Choose the recurring event you created. Fill in the necessary details, such as the start date, frequency (e.g., daily, weekly), and any other parameters required.

If your event needs to process specific data, make sure to pass the relevant data type as per your recurring workflow configuration.

Testing the Workflow -

It's essential to test your recurring workflow to ensure it functions as expected.

After scheduling the event, monitor the app to verify that the actions are triggered at the specified intervals.

Check any database changes, log entries, or emails to confirm that the recurring action is executed correctly.

Managing and Troubleshooting -

If you need to manage or update the recurring event, go back to the ‘Backend Workflows’ and edit the event parameters or actions.

For troubleshooting, consider adding logging actions within your workflows to track execution times and potential errors.

Use Bubble’s debug mode to step through the workflows and identify any issues.

By following these steps, you will be able to set up a recurring workflow in Bubble.io efficiently, allowing for seamless automation of repetitive tasks in your application.

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