Automate GitLab Workflows Across Your Business

Use viaSocket to connect GitLab with your CRM, support desk, communication tools, and AI so development activity automatically updates the rest of your business.

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Triggers and Actions in GitLab Automations

viaSocket makes it simple to connect GitLab and automate repetitive tasks.

When this happensTriggers

A trigger is an event that starts a workflow.

New Commit

New Commit

Triggers when a commit is made on a specified project.

Merge Request Review Request

Merge Request Review Request

Triggers when you are requested to review a merge request.

New Job Event

New Job Event

Trigger for a specified job event in a project.

New Issue Comment

New Issue Comment

Triggers when a new comment is made on an issue in the selected project.

New Project Merge Request Event

New Project Merge Request Event

Triggers on an open, merge, or close merge request event.

New Project Issue Event

New Project Issue Event

Triggers on project issue event. e.g. when an issue is opened, closed or updated.

Do thisActions

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

Find Project Merge Requests

Find Project Merge Requests

Find merge request for a project.

Find All Merge Requests

Find All Merge Requests

Finds all Merge Requests that the authenticated user has access to.

Create a Commit

Create a Commit

Creates a new commit. Supports creating or updating a file.

Create Merge Request

Create Merge Request

Creates a new merge request.

Create a Branch

Create a Branch

Creates a new branch.

Add Note to Merge Request or Thread

Add Note to Merge Request or Thread

Add note to MR or thread

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How to get started with GitLab automations

Automate when something happens in GitLab

Login -> Create new flow -> Select trigger -> Search GitLab -> Choose the trigger from the list

Take action in GitLab when something happens in an app or you want to add step in flow

Login -> Create new flow -> Select action -> Search GitLab -> Choose the action from the list

Trigger

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Action

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I automate between GitLab and viaSocket?

You can trigger workflows from GitLab issues, commits, and pipelines to update CRM records, create or update support tickets, sync project plans, send status updates, and feed reporting tools, all without manual data entry.

Do I need to be technical to set up GitLab automations in viaSocket?

No. viaSocket is built for operators and managers. You choose triggers like “new issue created” or “pipeline failed” and then define what should happen next using a clear, step-by-step builder.

How does AI help with GitLab automation in viaSocket?

viaSocket can use AI to summarize GitLab activity—such as issues, commits, and pipeline logs—into short, non-technical updates, generate release notes, and prepare internal or customer-facing summaries based on your workflows.

Can GitLab automation work with our existing CRM and support tools?

Yes. viaSocket connects GitLab to common CRMs, help desks, chat tools, and BI platforms so development work automatically updates customer records, tickets, and reports in the tools your teams already use.

Is this suitable for both small teams and larger engineering organizations?

Yes. Smaller teams use GitLab automation to remove manual updates and save time, while larger organizations use it to standardize handoffs, improve reporting, and keep many teams aligned around one source of truth.

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About GitLab

GitLab is a comprehensive DevOps platform that provides source code management, CI/CD pipelines, and project management tools, enabling teams to collaborate efficiently on software development projects.

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About viaSocket

viaSocket is an AI-powered, workflow automation platform that helps people and businesses connect apps and automate repetitive tasks. With thousands of integrations, anyone can build workflows to move data, cut manual work, and save time. Whether for simple tasks or large-scale processes, viaSocket makes automation easy and helps teams focus on what matters most.

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