Basecamp

Overview

This node allows you to create a new project within the "Projects" resource of the Basecamp API. It is useful for automating project creation workflows, such as setting up new projects when onboarding clients, initiating new campaigns, or organizing tasks dynamically based on external triggers.

For example, you could use this node to automatically create a project named after a new customer signup or a new product launch event, optionally adding a description to provide context.

Properties

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the newly created project as returned by the Basecamp API. This typically includes details such as the project ID, name, description, creation timestamps, and other metadata provided by the API.

No binary data output is produced by this node.

Dependencies

• Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the Basecamp API.
• The node uses the Basecamp API endpoint constructed with the user's Basecamp account ID.
• Proper configuration of the API authentication credentials in n8n is necessary.

Troubleshooting

• Authentication errors: Ensure that the API key or OAuth2 token is correctly configured and has sufficient permissions to create projects.
• Validation errors: The "Name" property is required; omitting it will cause the API to reject the request.
• API limits or connectivity issues: Network problems or rate limiting by the Basecamp API may cause failures; check network connectivity and API usage quotas.
• Unexpected API responses: If the API changes or returns unexpected data, verify the node's version compatibility with the current Basecamp API.

Links and References

• Basecamp API Documentation
• n8n Documentation - Creating Custom Nodes