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Overview
This node interacts with the Basecamp API to retrieve information about a specific chatbot within a Basecamp account. It is designed to fetch details of a chatbot by specifying identifiers related to the chatbot's bucket, chat, and integration. This functionality is useful when you want to programmatically access chatbot configurations or metadata stored in Basecamp.
Practical examples include:
- Automating retrieval of chatbot details for monitoring or reporting.
- Integrating chatbot data into other workflows or systems.
- Validating chatbot existence or configuration before performing further actions.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bucket Id | Numeric identifier of the bucket where the chatbot resides. |
| Chat Id | Numeric identifier of the chat associated with the chatbot. |
| Integration Id | Numeric identifier of the integration linked to the chatbot. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the chatbot details retrieved from the Basecamp API. The structure typically includes all relevant properties of the chatbot such as its ID, name, settings, and any metadata provided by the API.
If the node supports binary data output (not evident from the code snippet), it would represent any files or attachments related to the chatbot, but this is not indicated here.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the Basecamp API.
- The node uses the Basecamp API endpoint constructed dynamically using the Basecamp account ID from credentials.
- No additional external dependencies are indicated beyond the Basecamp API and the n8n OpenAPI helper library used internally.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or missing API credentials will cause authentication failures.
- Incorrect Bucket Id, Chat Id, or Integration Id values may result in "not found" errors.
- Network connectivity problems can prevent successful API calls.
Error messages:
- Authentication errors: Ensure the API key or OAuth token is correctly configured.
- Resource not found: Verify that the provided IDs correspond to existing resources in Basecamp.
- Rate limiting or API quota exceeded: Check Basecamp API usage limits and adjust accordingly.