Overview
This workflow automates the backup of n8n workflows, filtered by specific tags, directly to a GitLab repository. It ensures that only relevant workflows are versioned and securely stored, streamlining the backup process for workflow automation assets.
Key Features
- Manual and Scheduled Triggers: Initiate backups on demand or via scheduled intervals.
- Tag-Based Selection: Only workflows with designated tags are selected for backup, providing granular control.
- GitLab Integration: Seamlessly creates or updates files in a GitLab repository, maintaining workflow version history.
- Change Detection: Skips unchanged files to optimize storage and reduce unnecessary commits.
- Automated Filename Derivation: Dynamically generates filenames based on workflow names for organized storage.
Benefits
- Enhanced Data Security: Ensures critical automation assets are safely versioned and recoverable.
- Operational Efficiency: Eliminates manual backup steps, saving time and reducing human error.
- Auditability: Maintains a clear history of workflow changes for compliance and troubleshooting.
Use Cases
- DevOps Teams: Automate backup of automation workflows for disaster recovery.
- IT Departments: Maintain version control over business-critical process automations.
- Organizations Using n8n: Ensure workflow continuity and compliance with internal policies.
Integrations & Processes
- Utilizes n8n for workflow management and GitLab for secure, versioned storage.
