Overview
This workflow automates the process of notifying users about nearby garage sales each morning via Telegram. It integrates data extraction, filtering, and messaging to deliver timely, relevant alerts.
Key Features
- Scheduled Execution: Runs daily at 7 AM using a schedule trigger.
- Data Collection: Fetches garage sale listings from Brocabrac via HTTP requests.
- Location Awareness: Utilizes Home Assistant to determine the user's current location.
- Data Processing: Parses HTML to extract event details, including date, rank, and distance.
- Filtering: Filters events to show only those that are close and of significant size.
- Notification Delivery: Sends curated alerts directly to the user on Telegram.
Benefits
- Time Savings: Eliminates manual searching for local garage sales.
- Relevance: Ensures users receive only the most pertinent and nearby events.
- Automation: Reduces repetitive tasks and increases efficiency.
- Personalization: Leverages location data for tailored notifications.
Use Cases
- Individuals seeking local garage sales.
- Community groups promoting local events.
- Businesses targeting local audiences with event notifications.
Integrations
- Brocabrac: Source for garage sale data.
- Home Assistant: Provides user location.
- Telegram: Delivers notifications.
