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When this happensTriggers
A trigger is an event that starts a workflow.
Retrieve posts created on the Discourse forum since the specified recent time (returns posts from the last N minutes).
Triggers when a new sale is created or updated in Retail Lightspeed.
Triggers when a new product is created or updated in Retail Lightspeed.
Triggers when a new customer is created or updated in Retail Lightspeed.
Triggers when a specific register is closed in Retail Lightspeed.
Triggers when a consignment received in Retail Lightspeed.
Action is the task that follows automatically within your Discourse integrations.
Add a post to Discourse — reply to an existing topic or start a new topic with a title and category.
Create a new Discourse user account with name, email, username, and password. Optionally activate and approve the account; returns confirmation or activation instructions.
Create a new customer or update an existing customer.
Creates a named customer group.
Create a new product in Lightspeed Retail.
Create a new register sale (POS transaction) with optional line items, customer, invoice number, and source. Returns the created sale record.

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Workflow automation is the process of using technology to execute repetitive tasks with minimal human intervention, creating a seamless flow of activities.
To start, connect both your Discourse and Lightspeed Retail POS (X-Series) accounts to viaSocket. Once connected, you can set up a workflow where an event in Discourse triggers actions in Lightspeed Retail POS (X-Series) (or vice versa).
Absolutely. You can customize how Discourse data is recorded in Lightspeed Retail POS (X-Series). This includes choosing which data fields go into which fields of Lightspeed Retail POS (X-Series), setting up custom formats, and filtering out unwanted information.
The data sync between Discourse and Lightspeed Retail POS (X-Series) typically happens in real-time through instant triggers. And a maximum of 15 minutes in case of a scheduled trigger.
Yes, viaSocket allows you to add custom logic or use built-in filters to modify data according to your needs.
Yes, you can set conditional logic to control the flow of data between Discourse and Lightspeed Retail POS (X-Series). For instance, you can specify that data should only be sent if certain conditions are met, or you can create if/else statements to manage different outcomes.
Discourse is a modern forum solution that facilitates community discussions, Q&A, and social interactions. It offers a range of features including real-time notifications, moderation tools, and customizable themes to enhance user engagement.
Learn MoreLightspeed Retail POS (X-Series) is a cloud-based point-of-sale and retail management system designed to streamline in-store and online operations. It provides powerful tools for inventory control, sales processing, customer management, reporting, and multi-store management. With an intuitive interface and real-time analytics, Lightspeed Retail POS helps retailers run smarter, automate workflows, and manage their business from anywhere.
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