Course Outline
Lesson 1: Introduction & Emerging Capabilities
- Overview of recent updates in n8n: MCP nodes, AI smart actions, and editor enhancements.
- Installation and configuration of n8n, including the management of modern feature flags.
- Navigating the updated n8n interface and exploring the node gallery.
Lesson 2: Core Workflow Construction
- Comprehending the roles of nodes, credentials, and connections.
- Implementing triggers: webhooks, schedules, and form triggers.
- Running workflows, debugging issues, and configuring failure retry strategies.
Lesson 3: Integration & API Management
- Utilizing HTTP Request nodes and REST API connectors.
- Managing webhooks: catch-up mechanisms and response handling.
- Incorporating new integration nodes and community-contributed nodes.
Lesson 4: Adaptive Logic & Smart Actions
- Leveraging AI-powered smart actions to dynamically adapt workflows based on context.
- Exploring the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server Trigger and MCP Client Tool.
- Implementing decision-making logic using expressions, switch nodes, and branching structures.
Lesson 5: Data Handling & Transformation
- Processing binary data, JSON, lists, and data merging techniques.
- Transforming data via code nodes and built-in functions.
- Managing media and files within workflow processes.
Lesson 6: Workflow Maintenance & Scalability
- Implementing version control and tracking workflow history.
- Enhancing reliability through error handling, logging, and observability.
- Configuring schedules, concurrency, and execution modes (regular vs queue).
Lesson 7: Best Practices & Practical Workshop
- Designing reusable workflows and modular node patterns.
- Adhering to security standards, permission management, and credential best practices.
- Workshop: Develop a real-world workflow project applying the concepts learned.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of APIs and web services is beneficial but not strictly required.
- A genuine interest in workflow automation and system integration.
Target Audience
- Business professionals seeking to optimize and streamline their operational processes.
- IT enthusiasts eager to explore the capabilities of n8n.
Testimonials (7)
I liked the practical, hands‑on part of the training the most.
Andrea Kerekes - Accenture Cluj
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
The examples and exercises
Laura Balaj - Accenture Cluj
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
Trainer and practical tasks
Janis Preiss - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
The course was very informative and we had a practical exercise
Roms Novicks - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
Tasks was shared within the team, codes where provided if you where stuck somewhere, you could easly share your job aswell so trainer would help.
Ivo Grancovskis - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
Good balance of theory and practice
Ervins Ginevics - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
I liked the fact that there wasn't that much time spent off topic.
