Action or Action Plugin in Tracardi
An action or action plugin is a modular unit of functionality that performs specific operations within a workflow. Actions are the building blocks of workflows, and they define the tasks to be executed when certain conditions or triggers are met.
Key Features of Action Plugins
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Modularity:
- Action plugins are self-contained modules that can be reused across different workflows. This modularity allows for easy customization and extension of Tracardi's capabilities.
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Flexibility:
- They can perform a wide range of tasks, from data transformation and enrichment to external system integrations and conditional logic.
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Configuration:
- Action plugins can be configured with various parameters and options to tailor their behavior to specific requirements. Configuration can include input fields, resource connections, and processing rules.
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Integration:
- They enable integration with external APIs, databases, messaging systems, and other services, allowing Tracardi to interact with a wide array of external systems.
Common Types of Action Plugins
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Data Transformation:
- Plugins that manipulate or transform data, such as converting data formats, aggregating data, or filtering data based on specific criteria.
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External Integrations:
- Plugins that connect to external services and APIs, such as sending emails, making HTTP requests, or writing data to a database.
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Conditional Logic:
- Plugins that evaluate conditions and route data accordingly, such as IF/ELSE branches, switch cases, or comparisons.
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Data Enrichment:
- Plugins that enhance data by adding additional information, such as looking up data from external sources or calculating new fields based on existing data.