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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Branch" from GitHub.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Append Text to Document" in Google Docs.
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Zapier seamlessly connects GitHub and Google Docs, automating your workflow.
Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
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Practical ways you can use GitHub and Google Docs
Record candidate feedback from GitHub on Google Docs.
Whenever a new issue is created in a GitHub repository used for candidate feedback, Zapier can append the feedback to a specific Google Doc. This provides a consolidated document of all feedback for streamlined decision-making in the hiring process.
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Create a Google Doc when a new GitHub branch is created.
When a new branch is created in a GitHub repo, Zapier can automatically create a new Google Doc. Use this to standardize documentation for each new development branch, ensuring your team records key details like branch purpose and required code changes.
ITLog GitHub pull requests in Google Sheets.
For each new pull request created in GitHub, Zapier automatically adds a row to Google Sheets. This workflow helps project managers monitor work progress and manage workloads by maintaining an up-to-date list of pull requests in a single spreadsheet.
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Frequently Asked Questions about GitHub + Google Docs integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with GitHub and Google Docs
How do I set up an integration between GitHub and Google Docs?
To set up an integration between GitHub and Google Docs, you'll need to use a third-party service like ours. Our platform allows you to create automated workflows, or 'zaps,' that connect the two apps. You'll start by selecting GitHub as your trigger app and choosing an event, such as a new issue or pull request. Then, you'll select Google Docs as your action app to specify what you want to happen in response, like creating a new document or updating text in an existing one.
What kind of triggers can I use from GitHub with this integration?
With our integration platform, you can choose from various GitHub triggers to start your workflow. Common triggers include a new issue being opened, a pull request being merged, or a new star on a repository. Once the trigger runs, it will initiate the action you've set up in Google Docs.
Can I automate document creation in Google Docs whenever there’s a new pull request in GitHub?
Yes, you can automate document creation in Google Docs when there’s a new pull request in GitHub by setting up our service with the appropriate trigger-action pair. Simply choose 'New Pull Request' as your trigger event in GitHub and 'Create Document' as the action in Google Docs.
Is it possible to update an existing Google Doc when changes occur in my GitHub repository?
Absolutely! You can update an existing Google Doc whenever changes are made in your Github repository. Set our service to trigger on events such as 'New Commit' or 'Push' from Github and select actions like 'Update Document Text' on your chosen Google Doc.
Do I need programming knowledge to link Github with Google Docs?
No programming knowledge is required when using our services to integrate Github with Google Docs. We've designed our platform to be user-friendly with straightforward steps for setting up complex workflows without any coding.
Are there any limitations on how often these automations can run between GitHub and Google Docs?
Depending on your subscription level with us, there may be limits on how many times automated tasks (or Zaps) can run within a given time frame. Please refer to our pricing page for details on task limits per plan.
Can I customize what information is transferred between GitHub and Google Docs during automation?
Yes, customization is available using our platform. You can specify exactly which data fields should transfer from Github into your Google Docs actions based on the triggers you’ve designated. This ensures the documents contain only relevant content.
