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Actions and Triggers

When this happensTriggers

A trigger is an event that starts a workflow.

Fetch New Posts

Fetch New Posts

Retrieve posts created on the Discourse forum since the specified recent time (returns posts from the last N minutes).

New Issue Created

New Issue Created

Runs when a new issue is created.

New Branch or Tag Created

New Branch or Tag Created

Runs when a new branch or tag is created.

New Release Published

New Release Published

Runs when a new release is published in the selected repository.

Pull Request Opens or Closes

Pull Request Opens or Closes

Runs when PR opens or closes

New Comment Added to Issue

New Comment Added to Issue

Runs when a new comment is added to an issue.

Do thisActions

Action is the task that follows automatically within your Discourse integrations.

Create Post

Create Post

Add a post to Discourse — reply to an existing topic or start a new topic with a title and category.

Create Discourse User

Create Discourse User

Create a new Discourse user account with name, email, username, and password. Optionally activate and approve the account; returns confirmation or activation instructions.

Create Tag Group

Create Tag Group

Creates a new tag group in Discourse.

Create Issue

Create Issue

Creates a new issue in a specified repository.

Find Repository

Find Repository

Return repository details for a specified GitHub user or organization and repository name.

Get Pull Requests Details

Get Pull Requests Details

fetches details of a specific Pull Request from GitHub.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start an integration between Discourse and GitHub?

To start, connect both your Discourse and GitHub accounts to viaSocket. Once connected, you can set up a workflow where an event in Discourse triggers actions in GitHub (or vice versa).

Can we customize how data from Discourse is recorded in GitHub?

Absolutely. You can customize how Discourse data is recorded in GitHub. This includes choosing which data fields go into which fields of GitHub, setting up custom formats, and filtering out unwanted information.

How often does the data sync between Discourse and GitHub?

The data sync between Discourse and GitHub typically happens in real-time through instant triggers. And a maximum of 15 minutes in case of a scheduled trigger.

Can I filter or transform data before sending it from Discourse to GitHub?

Yes, viaSocket allows you to add custom logic or use built-in filters to modify data according to your needs.

Is it possible to add conditions to the integration between Discourse and GitHub?

Yes, you can set conditional logic to control the flow of data between Discourse and GitHub. 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

About Discourse

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.

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GitHub

About GitHub

GitHub is a platform for version control and collaboration, allowing developers to work together on projects from anywhere. It provides tools for code review, project management, and continuous integration.

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