Presentation
By the end of this training, participants will have discovered the foundations required to understand how n8n works, the principles of no-code automation, and the main professional uses made possible by workflows, APIs, and artificial intelligence.
This training helps participants understand how automation can reduce repetitive tasks, limit human error, and improve productivity.
By the end of this introductory course, they will be able to identify how to:
- automate certain administrative processes;
- synchronise several digital tools;
- transfer information between different applications;
- integrate an artificial intelligence model into a process;
- identify use cases that could benefit from more advanced automation.
- This training is a first step before an intermediate-level practical course in which participants learn to design and configure their own automations.
Learning objectives
Participants will be able to:
- Discover n8n and understand how an automation platform works in general.
- Understand the concepts of workflows, nodes, triggers, and actions.
- Identify business tasks and processes that can be automated.
- Explore the n8n interface and its main features.
- Understand how n8n connects applications such as Google Sheets, Gmail, Slack, OpenAI, or a CRM.
- Understand how data flows between the different stages of a workflow.
- Understand the role of APIs and webhooks in automation.
- Discover the possibilities for integrating artificial intelligence into n8n.
- Identify the main stages of a simple workflow designed to meet a business need.
- Identify best practices for designing, securing, and maintaining automations.
Target audience and prerequisites
Target audience
- Professionals and freelancers
- Business leaders and entrepreneurs
- Project managers and consultants
- Business and operational teams
- Beginner developers wishing to discover automation
Prerequisites
- No programming skills are required.
- Basic computer and office software skills are recommended.
- No n8n account or installation is required: demonstrations are delivered live by the trainer.
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes of training.
Training format
The training is delivered remotely in a virtual classroom via a videoconferencing platform. The session alternates between:
- theoretical presentations;
- live demonstrations by the trainer;
- analysis of professional use cases;
- questions, answers, and discussions with participants.
Target skills
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- explain in simple terms how n8n works in general;
- identify the main components of a workflow;
- recognise the main types of nodes and their roles;
- understand the logic behind connecting several applications;
- describe how data flows between the different stages of a workflow;
- identify possibilities for integrating an AI model into an automation;
- analyse the general operation of a workflow presented in a demonstration;
- identify the limitations and best practices associated with automation.
Teaching methods and resources
- Theoretical presentations: introduction to key concepts relating to automation, workflows, APIs, and artificial intelligence.
- Tool demonstrations: live workflow creation and execution by the trainer.
- Case studies: analysis of business needs and presentation of suitable automation solutions.
- Guided analysis: step-by-step explanation of the nodes, data, and connections used.
- Discussion time: questions, experience sharing, and clarification of the concepts covered.
Access arrangements and timeframes
Registration process
- Registration follows completion of a form used to assess the participant’s needs and ensure that the training is suitable for their profile.
- Registration is open throughout the year, subject to session availability.
Access timeframe
Registration confirmation and participation details are sent to the participant before the training begins.
Fees
The fee for this in-company training course is €299* excluding VAT for 3 hours 30 minutes. This fee includes access to online learning tools and personalised training materials.
*VAT not applicable pursuant to Article 261.4.4 of the French General Tax Code.
Training content
Module 1: Discover n8n and understand how it works (45 min)
- What is automation?
- Introduction to n8n and its main professional uses.
- Exploring the interface.
- Defining workflows, triggers, nodes, and actions.
- Understanding how data flows through a workflow.
- Guided demonstration of a first simple workflow.
Module 2: Understand the logic behind building a workflow (1 hour)
- Introduction to the main types of nodes.
- Conditions (If), expressions, and loops: their roles and simple examples.
- Exploring connections with Google Sheets and Gmail.
- Introduction to webhooks and APIs.
- Exploring artificial intelligence nodes (OpenAI, Claude, etc.).
- Guided demonstration: based on simple business needs, the trainer explains how to identify the trigger, choose the applications, define the workflow stages and data flow, and determine the expected result.
Module 3: Demonstrations of professional use cases (1 hour 45 min)
Use case 1: Automated billing estimate
The trainer builds a live workflow that can:
- receive a customer request from a form;
- retrieve project information;
- automatically calculate an estimate using simple rules;
- generate a description or a pre-filled quotation;
- save the data in Google Sheets;
- prepare or automatically send an email to the customer.
Concepts covered: webhooks, forms, Google Sheets, conditions, calculations, Gmail, and the use of AI to generate a quotation description.
Use case 2: Email processing assistant
The trainer presents a second workflow that can:
- monitor incoming emails;
- analyse their content using artificial intelligence;
- classify messages according to their type;
- extract important information;
- save data in Google Sheets or Notion;
- notify a team via Slack or Microsoft Teams.
This demonstration illustrates the possibilities offered by n8n. It does not require participants to perform any actions.
Assessment methods
Formative assessment
- Questions and answers throughout the training.
- Progressive checks of participants’ understanding of the concepts covered.
- Group analysis of the stages and choices presented by the trainer.
Summative assessment
- End-of-training quiz or questionnaire.
- Assessment of knowledge covering the fundamentals of n8n, workflow components, and the main use cases.
Equipment and resources
- Videoconferencing platform.
- n8n environment used by the trainer for demonstrations.
- Learning materials provided to participants.
Technical support arrangements
Technical support is available to resolve any difficulties connecting to the virtual classroom. If a problem occurs, the trainer can be contacted by email, SMS, or WhatsApp to ensure continuity of the training.
Educational support arrangements
Educational support is provided during the session to answer questions about the training content. Participants may ask the trainer for clarification regarding the concepts, demonstrations, and use cases presented.
