Workflow Builder Guide
The visual workflow builder is the heart of Viwago. This guide will teach you everything you need to know to create, edit, and optimize your automations using our drag-and-drop interface.
Interface Overview
The main workspace where you build your workflows. Drag nodes here and connect them to create automations.
Browse all available nodes organized by category. Drag them onto the canvas to add to your workflow.
Configure selected nodes and connections. Set parameters, add conditions, and customize behavior.
Quick access to common actions like save, test, deploy, and view mode toggle.
Building Your First Workflow
1Add a Trigger Node
Every workflow starts with a trigger. This determines when your workflow runs.
Common triggers:
- • Schedule: Run at specific times
- • Webhook: Triggered by external events
- • Form Submit: When a form is submitted
- • Email Received: When matching emails arrive
2Add Action Nodes
Actions are the tasks your workflow performs. Add as many as needed.
Popular actions:
- • Send Email: Send customized emails
- • Update Database: Modify records
- • API Request: Call external services
- • Transform Data: Process and modify data
3Connect the Nodes
Draw connections between nodes to define the flow of data and execution.
4Configure Each Node
Click on each node to open its properties and configure parameters.
Use variables like {{previousNode.data}} to pass data between nodes.
5Test and Deploy
Test your workflow with sample data before deploying to production.
Advanced Features
Use IF/ELSE nodes to create branches in your workflow based on conditions.
Example conditions:
- • {{email.subject}} contains "urgent"
- • {{order.total}} > 100
- • {{user.role}} == "admin"
- • {{date}} is weekend
Best Practices
Break complex workflows into smaller, reusable sub-workflows. This makes them easier to maintain and debug.
Save versions of your workflows before making major changes. You can always roll back if something goes wrong.
Always test with edge cases and error scenarios. Use the test mode to verify behavior before deploying to production.
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