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Automation Scripts Overview

Automation Scripts are Ruby-based service classes that extend from BaseAutomationService to perform complex automation workflows. These scripts are designed to integrate multiple services, process data, and automate business processes within your commerce platform.

What are Automation Scripts?​

Automation Scripts are server-side Ruby classes that:

  • Inherit from BaseAutomationService: All automation scripts extend the BaseAutomationService class
  • Execute Complex Workflows: Handle multi-step automation processes
  • Integrate Multiple Services: Connect to various APIs and services (Gmail, Slack, OpenAI, etc.)
  • Process Business Logic: Implement custom business rules and data transformations
  • Handle Errors Gracefully: Include comprehensive error handling and logging

Key Features​

  • Service Integration: Built-in support for common services like Gmail, Slack, OpenAI, and more
  • Time-Based Processing: Handle time ranges and scheduling for automation workflows
  • Data Persistence: Store and retrieve automation state and results
  • Logging & Monitoring: Comprehensive logging for debugging and monitoring
  • Error Handling: Robust error handling with proper logging and recovery mechanisms

Common Use Cases​

Automation Scripts are typically used for:

  • Email Processing: Classify and process incoming emails
  • Data Synchronization: Sync data between different systems
  • Notification Systems: Send alerts and updates to various channels
  • Report Generation: Create and distribute automated reports
  • Workflow Orchestration: Coordinate complex multi-step business processes

Script Structure​

Every Automation Script follows a standard structure:

  1. Class Declaration: Inherits from BaseAutomationService
  2. Execute Method: Main entry point that orchestrates the workflow
  3. Private Methods: Helper methods for specific functionality
  4. Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling throughout the script
  5. Logging: Detailed logging for monitoring and debugging

Next Steps​