Slack Node Documentation

The Slack node in Lamatic.ai enables seamless integration with Slack workspaces. It supports event triggering based on Slack commands and message sending capabilities, making it ideal for automating communication workflows and implementing AI-powered responses within Slack channels.

Features

✅ Key Functionalities

• Command Triggers: Responds to specific Slack commands (e.g., /ask)
• Message Actions: Sends messages to Slack channels
• RAG Integration: Supports question-answering using RAG approach

✅ Benefits

• Automates Slack communications
• Enables AI-powered responses
• Streamlines internal processes

Available Functionality

Event Trigger

✅ When a /ask command is used ❌ When a user messages to the bot ❌ When user replies to a thread created by bot

Actions

✅ Send message in a channel ❌ Send message to a person ❌ Send message in a thread

Prerequisites

Before setting up the Slack node, ensure you have:

• Access to Slack workspace administration
• Necessary permissions to install apps
• Lamatic application added to your Slack workspace

Installation

1. Drag node to the workflow
2. Click on Add new Credentials
3. Follow the Install Steps
4. Once added choose the new credentials

Configuration Reference

Event Trigger: /ask Command

Action: Send Message

Low-Code Examples

// Event Trigger Configuration
{
  "triggerNode": {
    "nodeId": "slackNode_2",
    "nodeType": "slackNode",
    "nodeName": "Slack",
    "values": {
      "command": "ask",
      "channelName": "{your-slack-channel}",
      "credentials": "{your-slack-credentials}",
      "immediateResponseData": "Fetching your answer about {{slackNode_2.output.text}}"
    }
  }
}
 
// Action Configuration
{
  "nodeId": "slackNode_p4j9hxlq88",
  "nodeType": "slackNode",
  "nodeName": "Slack Confirmation",
  "values": {
    "text": "{your-slack-message}",
    "action": "postMessage",
    "channelName": "{ your-slack-channel }",
    "credentials": "{ your-slack-credentials }"
  },
  "needs": [
    "IndexNode_b30vktaxjz"
  ]
}

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Debugging Tips

• Check Lamatic Flow logs for error details
• Verify Slack workspace permissions
• Test channel accessibility
• Confirm command configurations