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Select a trigger from GitLab

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with GitLab, a trigger could be "New Code Snippet Comment."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Slack

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Slack, the action could be "Add Reminder."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Post new GitLab merge requests to Slack channels

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Post new GitLab issues to Slack

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Send Slack direct messages for new GitLab merge request review requests

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Use MeaningCloud to detect the features mentioned in the issues of your GitLab repositories and post them to Slack

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Send Slack channel messages for new issue events in GitLab

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Send Slack channel messages for new commits in GitLab

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Send Slack channel messages for new merge request events in GitLab
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Frequently Asked Questions about GitLab + Slack integrations

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How can I integrate GitLab with Slack?

You can set up an integration between GitLab and Slack using webhooks. In GitLab, navigate to your project’s settings, select 'Integrations', and choose Slack. Configure the webhook URL provided by Slack to enable notifications for specific events.

What types of triggers can I set up for the GitLab-Slack integration?

You can set up various triggers such as push events, merge requests, pipeline events, and issue updates. These triggers will send notifications to your selected Slack channel automatically when the corresponding actions occur in GitLab.

Can I receive alerts for merge requests in Slack?

Yes, you can configure the integration to send alerts to a specified Slack channel whenever a new merge request is created or an existing one is updated. This helps your team stay on top of code changes and reviews.

How do I customize the notifications I receive from GitLab in Slack?

In the Slack integration settings of your GitLab project, you can select which events trigger messages in your Slack channel. Customize this based on what updates are most relevant to your team's workflow, ensuring you're only alerted about necessary activities.

Is it possible to limit notifications from GitLab to a specific channel in Slack?

Absolutely. During the configuration process, you can specify which existing Slack channel should receive notifications from your GitLab project. This helps keep discussions organized and relevant to each team or project area.

Do we need special permissions in GitLab to create a Slack integration?

Yes, typically you need owner or maintainer access within the given GitLab project to configure integrations like setting up webhooks for receiving notifications in Slack.

Are there any limitations when integrating GitLab with Slack that we should be aware of?

While basic event triggers such as push or issue events work seamlessly, custom event scripting may require additional configuration. Also, ensure webhook limits on both platforms are not exceeded as per their documentation.

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This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
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This action creates a private channel in Slack.
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This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
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