Basecamp

Overview

This node interacts with the Basecamp API to retrieve detailed information about a specific project within a Basecamp account. It is useful when you need to fetch project metadata such as project name, description, status, or other attributes stored in Basecamp for further processing or automation workflows.

A practical example would be automating reporting by fetching project details and then using that data to generate summaries or trigger notifications based on project status changes.

Properties

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the full details of the requested Basecamp project. This typically includes fields like project name, description, creation date, status, and other metadata provided by the Basecamp API.

No binary data output is expected from this operation.

Dependencies

• Requires an API authentication token configured via OAuth2 credentials to access the Basecamp API.
• The node uses the Basecamp API endpoint constructed dynamically using the authenticated user's Basecamp account ID.
• Proper network connectivity to the Basecamp service is necessary.

Troubleshooting

• Common issues:

  • Invalid or missing Project Id will cause the request to fail.
  • Authentication errors if the OAuth2 token is expired or invalid.
  • Network or permission issues preventing access to the Basecamp API.

• Error messages:

  • "Project not found" indicates the specified Project Id does not exist or is inaccessible.
  • "Unauthorized" or "Authentication failed" suggests problems with the API credentials.

• Resolutions:

  • Verify the Project Id is correct and exists in the Basecamp account.
  • Re-authenticate or refresh the OAuth2 credentials.
  • Check network connectivity and API permissions.

Links and References

• Basecamp API Documentation
• n8n OAuth2 Credential Setup Guide