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Automate It with Zapier

By : Kelly Goss
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Automate It with Zapier

By: Kelly Goss

Overview of this book

Zapier is an emerging no-code workflow automation technology that enables organizations to connect their cloud-based and web applications and automate data transfer between them. Zapier's built-in features and flexibility allow users to integrate thousands of business applications and create simple to complex automation to reduce time spent on repetitive tasks, thereby increasing productivity. This book is a must-have for business owners, their employees, and independent freelancers and contractors looking to use Zapier for business process automation. The book takes a hands-on approach to implementation and associated problem-solving methodologies that will have you up-and-running and productive in no time while leveling up your automation skills. You'll discover how to plan your automation building for optimal results, what are the native features available in Zapier, and the applications that connect with it, as well as how to optimally configure your workflows to automate your processes in as few steps as possible. Finally, you'll find out how to create advanced workflow automation from scratch and learn how to troubleshoot issues. By the end of this Zapier book, you'll be able to build your own advanced workflow automation using Zapier, addressing the key pain points encountered in businesses with manual and repetitive tasks.
Table of Contents (29 chapters)
1
Section 1: Getting Started with Zapier
7
Section 2: Customizing Your Zaps with Built-in Apps by Zapier – Functionality and Practical Uses
15
Section 3: Using the Features of the Formatter by Zapier Built-In App
21
Section 4: Getting the Most Out of Zapier – Business Automation Examples

Section 2: Customizing Your Zaps with Built-in Apps by Zapier – Functionality and Practical Uses

When this section is complete, you will understand the functionality of the Zapier platform, how to customize your Zaps using Zapier's built-in apps, and how to create your first multi-step Zap. We will discuss the functionality of built-in apps, teach you practical tips on how to use them, with examples, and you will be able to test your knowledge with a few exercises.

This section comprises the following chapters:

  • Chapter 6, Creating Multi-Step Zaps with Built-In Apps
  • Chapter 7, Getting Started with Built-In Apps
  • Chapter 8, Built-In Communication Apps
  • Chapter 9, Exploring Built-In Apps for Extracting and Compiling Data
  • Chapter 10, Other Useful Built-In Apps by Zapier
  • Chapter 11, Advanced Built-In Apps by Zapier
  • Chapter 12, Managing Your Zapier Account with Built-In Apps