Overview
This workflow automates the extraction of product data from a MySQL database, formats it into XML using a custom XSLT template, and delivers the result via webhook. It streamlines data transformation and export processes for e-commerce or reporting needs.
Key Features
- Webhook Trigger: Initiates the workflow on demand or via external systems.
- SQL Data Extraction: Retrieves 16 random products from a MySQL database.
- Data Structuring: Uses set and itemLists nodes to define and organize the file structure.
- XML Conversion: Transforms structured data into XML format.
- XSLT Formatting: Applies an XSLT template to generate styled HTML output.
- Binary Data Handling: Moves and manages binary data for seamless file delivery.
- Webhook Response: Delivers the final XML or HTML file back to the requester.
Benefits
- Efficiency: Automates repetitive data export and formatting tasks, saving manual effort.
- Consistency: Ensures standardized output with XSLT templates.
- Integration: Easily connects with external systems via webhooks and HTTP requests.
Use Cases
- E-commerce product catalog exports
- Automated reporting and data sharing
- Integration with third-party platforms requiring XML or HTML data
This workflow is ideal for businesses needing reliable, automated data exports with custom formatting.
