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Getting Started with n8n Workflow Automation

November 15, 2025

Learn the basics of n8n and how to create your first automated workflow. We cover triggers, actions, and connecting your favorite apps.

What is n8n?

n8n is a powerful workflow automation tool that allows you to connect different apps and services together. Unlike other automation platforms, n8n is open-source and can be self-hosted, giving you complete control over your data.

Getting Started

To get started with n8n, you will need to:

  • Install n8n - You can run n8n using Docker, npm, or use the cloud version

  • Create your first workflow - Start with a simple trigger and action

  • Connect your apps - Add credentials for the services you want to automate

    • Your First Workflow

    A typical workflow consists of:

  • Trigger Node: What starts the workflow (webhook, schedule, etc.)

  • Action Nodes: The steps your workflow performs

  • Logic Nodes: Conditional logic, loops, and data transformation

    • Best Practices

  • Start simple and add complexity gradually

  • Always add error handling to production workflows

  • Use environment variables for credentials

  • Document your workflows with notes

    • Next Steps

    Ready to go further? Check out our other tutorials on error handling, advanced integrations, and using N8nForge to generate workflows automatically.

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