Automated batch processing and file handling on schedule
Workflow Description
A scheduled workflow that reads files, extracts data, and splits them into manageable batches for efficient processing. Combines data extraction, transformation, and file writing in a fully automated pipeline without manual intervention.
How it works
- 1.Trigger the workflow according to a defined schedule
- 2.Read source files from storage or a data endpoint
- 3.Extract required data from file contents
- 4.Divide extracted data into logical batches for processing
- 5.Convert batches into usable file formats
- 6.Write processed files to the destination location
Use cases
- Automate periodic data reports and organization
- Process large datasets across teams or systems
- Convert and migrate files between different formats
- Purge and extract critical information from unstructured data
Requirements
- Access to an HTTP endpoint or file storage system
- Support for common file formats (CSV, JSON, XML, or plain text)
- Defined schedule parameters (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Sufficient storage capacity for input and output files
Service Value
Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.
Apps Used
Details
How to Use
- 1.Click "Download Template"
- 2.Open your n8n dashboard
- 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
- 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials
Nodes Used (19)
Create Session
HTTP Request
List followers
HTTP Request
Convert to File
Convert To File
Extract from File
Extract From File
Split Out
Split Out
Loop Over Items
Split In Batches
Wait
Wait
Find new followers
Code
Read followers from file
Read Write File
Save followers to file
Read Write File
Define welcome message
Set
Sticky Note2
Sticky Note
Sticky Note3
Sticky Note
Send message
HTTP Request
Get conversation ID
HTTP Request
Sticky Note
Sticky Note
Sticky Note1
Sticky Note
Each 60 minutes
Schedule Trigger
No Operation, do nothing
No Op