"Is this information also reflected on the Shopify product page...?"
Do you feel frustrated with the repeated need to confirm this? Manually entering the content of issues managed on GitHub into Shopify each time is not only time-consuming but also prone to errors and omissions. By integrating GitHub with Shopify, you can automate product registration and description updates in line with issue creation and updates. This will facilitate smoother information sharing between the development and sales teams, enhancing the speed of operations.
In this article, we will introduce in detail what you can achieve by integrating GitHub with Shopify and the specific setup methods. If you're looking to automate product registration tasks, this is a must-read!
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By using Yoom, you can easily integrate GitHub and Shopify without any coding.
Yoom provides templates for integrating GitHub and Shopify, so you can achieve integration immediately just by registering, even without API knowledge.
Register products on Shopify based on issues created on GitHub.
■Overview The "flow to register products on Shopify based on Issues created on GitHub" is a business workflow that seamlessly connects the development team and e-commerce management. By automating product registration on Shopify based on issue management on GitHub, it eliminates the need for manual input and improves operational efficiency. By utilizing Yoom's API integration feature, product information is automatically reflected on Shopify according to the status and content of the Issues, allowing for unified management of the development and sales processes.
■Recommended for: Developers and e-commerce personnel who want to integrate GitHub and Shopify to automate processes from development to sales Team leaders who want to improve operational efficiency by reducing the time spent on manual data entry Business owners who want to manage development and sales information in a unified manner to reduce errors Those who want to use Yoom to build a workflow that integrates multiple SaaS applications
■Cautions Please integrate GitHub and Shopify with Yoom respectively. Shopify is an app that can only be used with the Team Plan and Success Plan. If you are on the Free Plan or Mini Plan, the operations and data connects of the flowbots you have set will result in errors, so please be careful. Paid plans such as the Team Plan or Success Plan allow for a two-week free trial. During the free trial, you can use the apps subject to restrictions.
By integrating GitHub with Shopify's API, you can automatically transfer data from GitHub to Shopify! For example, you can automatically perform data transfers like the ones below without any manual intervention.
Simply click "Try it out" for the automation example you're interested in and register an account to immediately experience the integration between GitHub and Shopify. Registration takes just 30 seconds, so feel free to give it a try!
Register Products on Shopify Based on Issues Created in GitHub
This saves the hassle of manual input and reduces the burden on the person in charge. It's a recommended flow for those who want to streamline the process from development to sales.
Register products on Shopify based on issues created on GitHub.
■Overview The "flow to register products on Shopify based on Issues created on GitHub" is a business workflow that seamlessly connects the development team and e-commerce management. By automating product registration on Shopify based on issue management on GitHub, it eliminates the need for manual input and improves operational efficiency. By utilizing Yoom's API integration feature, product information is automatically reflected on Shopify according to the status and content of the Issues, allowing for unified management of the development and sales processes.
■Recommended for: Developers and e-commerce personnel who want to integrate GitHub and Shopify to automate processes from development to sales Team leaders who want to improve operational efficiency by reducing the time spent on manual data entry Business owners who want to manage development and sales information in a unified manner to reduce errors Those who want to use Yoom to build a workflow that integrates multiple SaaS applications
■Cautions Please integrate GitHub and Shopify with Yoom respectively. Shopify is an app that can only be used with the Team Plan and Success Plan. If you are on the Free Plan or Mini Plan, the operations and data connects of the flowbots you have set will result in errors, so please be careful. Paid plans such as the Team Plan or Success Plan allow for a two-week free trial. During the free trial, you can use the apps subject to restrictions.
Automatically Update Shopify Product Descriptions When an Issue is Created or Updated on GitHub
Product descriptions are automatically updated, ensuring you always have the latest data. This flow is recommended for those who want to streamline information sharing between development and sales teams.
Automatically update Shopify product descriptions when an issue is created or updated on GitHub.
■ Overview The 'Automatically update Shopify product descriptions when Issues are created or updated on GitHub' workflow enhances integration between development and sales and improves work efficiency. When the development team manages Issues on GitHub, the content is reflected in Shopify product descriptions, allowing for smooth updates of product information. By using Yoom for Shopify and GitHub integration, manual updates are eliminated, enabling accurate information sharing.
■ Recommended for: - Developers managing projects using GitHub - Those operating an online shop on Shopify and frequently needing to update product information - Managers looking to streamline information sharing between development and sales teams - IT staff at companies aiming to reduce workload through workflow automation
■ Precautions - Please link both GitHub and Shopify with Yoom. - Shopify is an app available only with the Team Plan or Success Plan. If you are on the Free or Mini Plan, the operations or data connections of the flow bot you set will result in errors, so please be cautious. - Paid plans like the Team Plan and Success Plan offer a 2-week free trial. Apps under restriction can be used during the free trial.
Let's Create a GitHub and Shopify Integration Flow
Let's get started with creating a flow that integrates GitHub and Shopify! We'll be using Yoom to proceed with the integration of GitHub and Shopify without any coding. If you don't have a Yoom account yet, please create one using the registration form.
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This time, we will create a flow bot that registers products on Shopify based on Issues created in GitHub! The creation process is broadly divided into the following steps.
Register GitHub and Shopify as My Apps
Copy the template
Set up the GitHub trigger that initiates the flow and the subsequent Shopify action settings
Turn on the trigger button to activate the flow bot
Register products on Shopify based on issues created on GitHub.
■Overview The "flow to register products on Shopify based on Issues created on GitHub" is a business workflow that seamlessly connects the development team and e-commerce management. By automating product registration on Shopify based on issue management on GitHub, it eliminates the need for manual input and improves operational efficiency. By utilizing Yoom's API integration feature, product information is automatically reflected on Shopify according to the status and content of the Issues, allowing for unified management of the development and sales processes.
■Recommended for: Developers and e-commerce personnel who want to integrate GitHub and Shopify to automate processes from development to sales Team leaders who want to improve operational efficiency by reducing the time spent on manual data entry Business owners who want to manage development and sales information in a unified manner to reduce errors Those who want to use Yoom to build a workflow that integrates multiple SaaS applications
■Cautions Please integrate GitHub and Shopify with Yoom respectively. Shopify is an app that can only be used with the Team Plan and Success Plan. If you are on the Free Plan or Mini Plan, the operations and data connects of the flowbots you have set will result in errors, so please be careful. Paid plans such as the Team Plan or Success Plan allow for a two-week free trial. During the free trial, you can use the apps subject to restrictions.
First, register your apps to connect GitHub and Shopify to Yoom. Completing the app registration in advance makes it easier to proceed with automation settings.
Let's proceed with the settings! Click "My Apps" → "+ Add" on the left side of the Yoom screen.
How to Connect GitHub
A list of apps will be displayed, so find GitHub from there or use the search function. When the following screen appears, please log in to GitHub.
How to Connect Shopify
Similarly, find Shopify from the list or use the search function. When the following screen appears, make the settings within the red frame. For detailed settings, please check here.
Check the "Client ID" and "Client Secret" from the following screen.
If GitHub and Shopify are displayed in your My Apps section, the registration is complete.
Step 2: Copy the Template
Let's proceed with the automation settings! Log in to Yoom and click "Try it" on the banner below.
Register products on Shopify based on issues created on GitHub.
■Overview The "flow to register products on Shopify based on Issues created on GitHub" is a business workflow that seamlessly connects the development team and e-commerce management. By automating product registration on Shopify based on issue management on GitHub, it eliminates the need for manual input and improves operational efficiency. By utilizing Yoom's API integration feature, product information is automatically reflected on Shopify according to the status and content of the Issues, allowing for unified management of the development and sales processes.
■Recommended for: Developers and e-commerce personnel who want to integrate GitHub and Shopify to automate processes from development to sales Team leaders who want to improve operational efficiency by reducing the time spent on manual data entry Business owners who want to manage development and sales information in a unified manner to reduce errors Those who want to use Yoom to build a workflow that integrates multiple SaaS applications
■Cautions Please integrate GitHub and Shopify with Yoom respectively. Shopify is an app that can only be used with the Team Plan and Success Plan. If you are on the Free Plan or Mini Plan, the operations and data connects of the flowbots you have set will result in errors, so please be careful. Paid plans such as the Team Plan or Success Plan allow for a two-week free trial. During the free trial, you can use the apps subject to restrictions.
The template will be automatically copied, and the following screen will be displayed. The template will be automatically stored in a project called "My Project," so if you want to check it, please do so from there. Read the following screen display and click "OK."
When the following screen is displayed, please check the "Title." You can also change the title to make it easier to use. First, to set up the flowbot to start when a GitHub issue is created, click "When a new issue is created."
Step 3: Set the GitHub trigger that starts the flow
The following screen will be displayed, so please check the settings. If there are no issues, click "Next."
Go to the GitHub screen and create an issue for testing. The following is an example, so please set it as you like.
Return to the Yoom screen and set the "Trigger Interval." ※ Please note that the trigger interval varies depending on the plan.
Scroll down and set the "Owner Name" and "Repository Name" as instructed. Once the setup is complete, click "Test."
If the test is successful, "Test Successful" will be displayed as shown below.
Below that, "Output" will be displayed. Output will be used in the subsequent settings, so please check for any errors. Once confirmed, click "Save."
Step 4: Set up to add products to Shopify
Next, to set up adding products, click "Add Product."
The following screen will be displayed, so please check the settings. If there are no issues, click "Next."
※Shopify is an app for those using the Team Plan or Success Plan. If you use it with the Free Plan or Mini Plan, the flowbot operation or data connect will result in an error, so please be careful. The paid plans (Team Plan and Success Plan) have a 2-week free trial. During the trial period, you can try Shopify without any issues, which is usually restricted. Please take this opportunity to experience various things.
When the following screen is displayed, please set the "Product Title" as instructed.
By using the GitHub issue title, you can automatically set the product title. Click the arrow in the red frame to display the output, and set the "Issue Title." By setting GitHub's "Comments" in the "Product Description" field, you can automatically set the product description. Once the setup is complete, click "Test."
If the test is successful, "Test Successful" will be displayed, so click "Save."
When you go to your Shopify screen, your product should be added!
Step 5: Turn on the trigger button and start the flowbot
All the settings for each item are now complete! The following screen will be displayed, so click "Turn on the trigger" to complete the automation setup. Check if the flowbot you set up is running correctly!
This was the flow to register products in Shopify based on issues created in GitHub.
If you want to link Shopify data to GitHub
Earlier, we introduced how to link data from GitHub to Shopify, but if you want to link data from Shopify to GitHub, please use the following template.
Create an issue in GitHub when an order is placed in Shopify
You can create an issue in GitHub based on Shopify order information, preventing any omissions in issue creation. This flow is recommended for those who want to streamline order processing.
Create an issue on GitHub when an order is placed on Shopify.
■Overview The workflow 'Create an Issue in GitHub when an Order Occurs in Shopify' is a business workflow that smoothly integrates order management in an online shop with task management for the development team. Whenever a new order is placed in Shopify, an Issue is automatically created in GitHub, allowing the development team to utilize order data to record updates and track progress. This enhances the efficiency of order processing, improves communication between teams, and contributes to the overall performance enhancement of the business.
■Recommended for ・EC operators who want to streamline operations utilizing Shopify and GitHub ・Project managers who want to smoothly share order data with the development team ・Persons in charge of small to medium-sized enterprises who are spending time on manual data transfer ・Technical personnel aiming to optimize business flow by introducing automation tools ■Notes ・Please integrate Shopify and GitHub with Yoom. ・Shopify is an app that can only be used with the Team Plan or Success Plan. For the Free Plan or Mini Plan, the operations or data connect with the set Flowbot will result in an error, so please be careful. ・Paid plans such as Team Plan or Success Plan offer a 14-day free trial. During the free trial, you can use apps with restrictions.
Create a Pull Request on GitHub When a Product is Created on Shopify
This will enable you to create high-quality code. It is a recommended flow for developers and e-commerce site operators who want to integrate Shopify with GitHub.
Create a pull request on GitHub when a product is created on Shopify.
■Overview The 'Create a Pull Request on GitHub when a Product is Created on Shopify' flow is a business workflow that automates product management and development processes. When a new product is registered on Shopify, a pull request is automatically created on GitHub through Yoom, facilitating smooth collaboration with the development team. This reduces the manual effort of data transfer and information sharing, improving the efficiency of product data review and approval processes.
■Recommended for ・EC operation managers considering integration between Shopify for product management and GitHub ・Project managers who want to automate information sharing between EC site operations and development teams, improving work efficiency ・Corporate operations managers who want to streamline workflows from product registration to development using Yoom, reducing manual errors ・Executives who want to quickly reflect Shopify product data in the development process to adapt flexibly to market changes
■Notes ・Please integrate Shopify and GitHub with Yoom. ・Shopify is an app available only on Team Plan and Success Plan. Please note that operations or data connections with flowbots will result in errors if using the Free Plan or Mini Plan. ・Paid plans like Team Plan and Success Plan offer a 2-week free trial. The restricted apps can be used during the free trial period.
Other Automation Examples Using GitHub and Shopify APIs
It is possible to automate various tasks using GitHub and Shopify APIs. If you find something interesting, please give it a try!
Automation Examples Using GitHub
You can add the creation and updating of GitHub Issues to a database. It is also possible to create Issues on GitHub based on messages from chat tools.
Add new or updated GitHub issues to a Google Spreadsheet.
■Overview This is a flow that adds an issue to GitHub when an email with a specific label arrives in Gmail. With Yoom, you can connect apps without programming, making it easy to implement this flow.
■Recommended for ・Members of a development team managing inquiries or bug reports received via email from customers on GitHub ・Those who want to organize sales or support interactions as GitHub Issues ・Product managers who want to respond quickly to feedback from users ・Those who want to automate organizing and transcribing email content to reduce the hassle of registering GitHub Issues ・Business unit managers managing multiple projects simultaneously who want to efficiently manage email requests from stakeholders
■Notes ・Please connect both Gmail and GitHub with Yoom. ・Triggers can be set at intervals of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or 60 minutes. ・Please note that the shortest trigger interval may vary depending on your plan.
■Overview Every time a new Issue is created on GitHub, understanding its content and determining its priority is a time-consuming task. Especially when many issues occur simultaneously, you may overlook important information or fall behind in response. By using this workflow, the creation of a new Issue triggers ChatGPT to automatically analyze its content and add a comment, which speeds up understanding of the Issue and leads to a more efficient development process.
■Recommended for ・Project managers who spend a lot of time managing Issues on GitHub ・Those who want to leverage ChatGPT to streamline the initial handling of the development process ・Development teams that want to prevent missed manual checks of Issues and delays in response
■Notes ・Please connect Yoom with both GitHub and ChatGPT. ・You can select the trigger interval at 5, 10, 15, 30, or 60 minutes. ・The minimum interval varies by plan, so please be aware. ・To execute ChatGPT (OpenAI) actions, you need a paid OpenAI API plan (your account must be able to make payments when the API is used). https://openai.com/ja-JP/api/pricing/ ・Use of the ChatGPT API is provided by OpenAI as a paid service and is billed based on tokens used for API calls. Therefore, please note that an error will occur if payment cannot be made when using the API.
You can notify chat tools of order information from Shopify or create folders based on product information. It is possible to register customer information in Shopify based on database information.
Notify Microsoft Teams when an order is placed on Shopify.
■Overview The workflow "Reflect customer data registered in kintone to Shopify" is a business workflow that enables centralized management of customer information and streamlines e-commerce operations. When new customer information is registered in kintone, the data is automatically synchronized with Shopify. This prevents manual data entry and duplicate management of information, enabling accurate and prompt customer data operations.
■Recommended for ・Administrators who use both kintone and Shopify but feel burdened by data integration ・E-commerce operators who want to avoid double entry of customer data and improve operational efficiency ・Business owners who prioritize maintaining accurate customer information and want to reduce errors ・Sales representatives spending too much time on manual data management ・Marketing personnel who want to strengthen marketing activities through centralized customer data
■Precautions ・Please connect Yoom with both Shopify and kintone. ・Shopify is an app available only on the Team Plan and Success Plan. For the Free Plan and Mini Plan, the operations and data connections set in Flowbot will result in an error, so please be careful. ・Paid plans, such as the Team Plan and Success Plan, can have a two-week free trial. Restricted apps can be used during the free trial.
How was it? By integrating GitHub and Shopify, you should be able to solve issues such as "wanting to streamline information sharing between development and sales," "wanting to eliminate errors in product information updates," and "wanting to reduce the hassle of manual input." Automating product registration and description updates based on issue information can prevent oversights and facilitate smooth collaboration between teams.
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