Course Objectives:
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Welcome to your personalized n8n training course. Over the next five sessions, we’ll explore the exciting world of automation with n8n, a powerful open-source workflow automation tool.
This training is designed for beginners, so you don’t need any prior experience with automation platforms or coding. By the end of the course, you will be able to:
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Build workflows to automate repetitive tasks.
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Connect multiple apps and services (Google Sheets, Slack, Email, APIs, and more).
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Handle conditions, loops, and error management in workflows.
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Deploy practical real-world automation solutions.
Each session will include hands-on exercises, so you will learn by doing. You can experiment, make mistakes, and test workflows in a safe, guided environment.
Whether your goal is to save time, improve efficiency, or gain automation skills, this training is tailored to ensure you can immediately apply what you learn.
Let’s get started and unlock the power of automation together! 🚀
Day 1 – Introduction to n8n & Basics
Learning Objectives:
- Understand what n8n is and why it’s used.
- Learn basic workflow automation concepts.
- Get familiar with the n8n UI.
Topics:
- What is n8n? (Overview of automation tools, comparison with Zapier/Make)
- Key concepts: workflows, triggers, nodes, integrations
- Installing & accessing n8n (Cloud vs Local)
- Exploring the n8n interface
- Creating your first simple workflow
- Example: Webhook → Email Notification
Hands-on Exercise: Build a workflow that sends yourself an email when a webhook is triggered.
Day 2 – Triggers & Core Nodes
Learning Objectives:
- Work with different types of triggers.
- Understand core data manipulation nodes.
Topics:
- Types of triggers:
- Webhook, Schedule, Manual, App triggers
- Core nodes: Set, Merge, SplitInBatches, IF, Switch
- Understanding JSON structure & data mapping in n8n
- Error handling basics
Hands-on Exercise:
- Create a scheduled workflow that fetches weather data (API node) and sends an alert email if it’s going to rain.
Day 3 – Working with APIs & Integrations
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how to connect n8n with external apps & services.
- Understand authentication methods.
Topics:
- Introduction to REST APIs in n8n
- Authentication methods (API key, OAuth2, credentials in n8n)
- Common integrations: Google Sheets, Slack, Telegram, Email, Airtable
- Data transformation with Function Node (JavaScript basics)
Hands-on Exercise:
- Workflow: When a new row is added in Google Sheets, automatically send a Slack/Telegram notification.
Day 4 – Advanced Workflow Building
Learning Objectives:
- Use conditional logic, loops, and error handling.
- Learn about workflow best practices.
Topics:
- Nested workflows (calling workflows inside workflows)
- Error handling strategies (try/catch, error workflow)
- Looping & batching with SplitInBatches
- Using Function & FunctionItem nodes for custom logic
- Workflow execution modes (manual vs production)
Hands-on Exercise:
- Build an approval workflow:
- New form submission (Webhook) → Store in Google Sheets → Send approval request via Email → If approved, send notification.
Day 5 – Real-World Projects & Deployment
Learning Objectives:
- Apply knowledge in real-world automation projects.
- Learn about deployment & scaling.
Topics:
- Real-world use cases of n8n (marketing, operations, finance, IT automation)
- Workflow organization & naming best practices
- Exporting & sharing workflows
- Running n8n in production (Cloud vs Docker vs Self-hosting)
- Next steps for learning (community resources, advanced courses)
Capstone Project (Hands-on):
- Choose one project to build end-to-end:
- Social Media Automation (Twitter/LinkedIn auto-posting from Google Sheets)
- Customer Support Automation (Gmail → Airtable → Slack notification)
- Data Collection (API → Google Sheets → Dashboard tool)
Wrap-up:
- Review key concepts
- Q&A and troubleshooting common errors
- Certificate of Completion (optional)
Total Fees: 20,000/=
Total Duration: 10 Hrs (2 hours x 5 Classes)
Training Mode: Individual Training, your own timetable -
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