Overview
This workflow automates the backup and version control of your n8n workflows by pushing updates directly to a GitHub repository. It ensures that every change is tracked and securely stored, reducing manual effort and risk of data loss.
Key Features
- Manual Trigger: Initiate the backup process on demand.
- File Retrieval & Comparison: Fetches the current workflow file, checks for differences or size constraints, and determines if an update is necessary.
- Conditional Logic: Uses IF and SWITCH nodes to handle scenarios such as unchanged files or files too large to upload.
- GitHub Integration: Automatically pushes new or updated workflow files to your GitHub repository for version control.
- Error Handling: Ensures that only valid and necessary changes are committed, avoiding redundant operations.
Benefits
- Automated Version Control: Eliminates manual backup steps, ensuring all workflow changes are tracked.
- Data Security: Protects against accidental loss by maintaining a history of workflow versions.
- Time Savings: Streamlines the backup process, freeing up resources for more critical tasks.
Use Cases
- Teams managing complex n8n automations who require reliable backup and audit trails.
- Developers seeking seamless integration between workflow automation and code repositories.
- Organizations needing compliance and traceability for workflow changes.
Integrations & Processes
- n8n: Orchestrates the workflow automation.
- GitHub: Acts as the remote backup and version control system.
- HTTP Requests & Logic Nodes: Enable dynamic decision-making and efficient file handling.
