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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).

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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.

Capture Event

Capture Event

Record a user event in PostHog using a distinct user ID and optional properties.

List Users

List Users

Retrieve a paginated list of PostHog users, optionally filtered by email or staff status.

List all Organizations

List all Organizations

List all organizations

List all Project

List all Project

List all project

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start an integration between Discourse and PostHog?

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

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

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

How often does the data sync between Discourse and PostHog?

The data sync between Discourse and PostHog 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 PostHog?

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 PostHog?

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

About PostHog

PostHog is an open-source product analytics platform that provides businesses with the tools to understand user behavior and improve their products. It offers features such as event tracking, session recording, and feature flags, enabling teams to make data-driven decisions and enhance user experiences.

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