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Introduction to RSFlow

RSFlow is a visual workflow automation platform that lets you connect apps, automate tasks, and build powerful integrations — all without writing complex code.

What is RSFlow?​

RSFlow is a workflow engine that executes sequences of operations called nodes. You visually connect nodes together to create workflows that can:

  • Automate repetitive tasks — sync data between apps, send notifications, process files
  • Build integrations — connect databases, APIs, messaging platforms, and AI services
  • React to events — trigger workflows from webhooks, schedules, or Telegram messages
  • Process data — transform, filter, and aggregate data with powerful built-in operations

Key Features​

Visual Workflow Editor​

Build workflows by dragging and dropping nodes onto a canvas. Connect them together to define your data flow — no coding required for most use cases.

40+ Built-in Nodes​

RSFlow comes with a rich library of pre-built nodes:

  • Integrations: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, Slack, Discord, Telegram, Email, S3, Google Sheets, Notion, Airtable
  • AI/LLM: OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, OpenRouter (100+ models)
  • Logic: Conditionals, loops, error handling, decision tables
  • Data: HTTP requests, scripts (JavaScript, Lua), math operations

Multiple Trigger Types​

Start your workflows in different ways:

  • Manual — run on-demand from the UI or API
  • Webhook — trigger via HTTP request from any external system
  • Schedule — run on a cron schedule (daily, hourly, etc.)
  • Telegram — respond to Telegram bot messages

Powerful Data Processing​

  • Variables — store and retrieve values during execution
  • Expressions — use {{input.field}} syntax for dynamic values
  • Loops — iterate over arrays with forEach, map, filter, reduce
  • Error handling — try-catch blocks and custom error responses

How It Works​

  1. Create a workflow in the visual editor
  2. Add a trigger to define how the workflow starts
  3. Add nodes to perform operations
  4. Connect nodes to define data flow
  5. Test and deploy your workflow

Example Use Cases​

Sync Data Between Apps​

Pull data from one API, transform it, and push to another — for example, sync new orders from Shopify to your database and notify your team on Slack.

Build a Telegram Bot​

Create interactive Telegram bots that respond to user messages, query databases, call external APIs, and send formatted responses.

Automate Reports​

Schedule daily workflows that query your database, generate summaries using AI, and send reports via email or Slack.

Process Webhooks​

Receive webhooks from external services, validate the data, update your database, and trigger follow-up actions.

Next Steps​

  • Quickstart — Create your first workflow in 5 minutes
  • Core Concepts — Understand nodes, connections, and triggers