Course Outline
Lesson 1: Introduction & New Capabilities
- Discovering new features in n8n, including MCP nodes, AI smart actions, and interface enhancements.
- Installing and configuring n8n while utilizing modern feature flags.
- Exploring the updated n8n interface and navigating the node gallery.
Lesson 2: Core Workflow Building
- Mastering the roles of nodes, credentials, and connections.
- Implementing triggers such as webhooks, schedules, and form inputs.
- Running, debugging, and establishing failure retry strategies.
Lesson 3: Integration & APIs
- Leveraging HTTP Request nodes and REST API connectors.
- Handling webhooks, including catch-up mechanisms and response processing.
- Incorporating new integration nodes and community-developed nodes.
Lesson 4: Adaptive Logic and Smart Actions
- Deploying AI-powered smart actions to enable context-aware workflow adaptation.
- Implementing the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server Trigger and MCP Client Tool.
- Constructing decision paths using expressions, switch nodes, and branching logic.
Lesson 5: Data Handling & Transformation
- Processing binary data, JSON structures, lists, and data merging techniques.
- Transforming data through code nodes and native functions.
- Managing media files and attachments within workflows.
Lesson 6: Workflow Maintenance & Scaling
- Managing workflow versions and tracking historical changes.
- Enhancing reliability through error handling, logging, and observability tools.
- Optimizing scheduling, concurrency, and execution modes (regular vs. queue-based).
Lesson 7: Best Practices & Real Use Case Workshop
- Designing reusable workflows and nodes using modular design patterns.
- Applying security, permission, and credential management best practices.
- Hands-on workshop: constructing a real-world workflow project applying all acquired skills.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of APIs and web services is recommended.
- A keen interest in workflow automation and system integration.
Target Audience
- Business professionals seeking to optimize and streamline their operational processes.
- IT enthusiasts eager to explore the capabilities of n8n.
Testimonials (7)
I liked the practical, hands‑on part of the training the most.
Andrea Kerekes - Accenture Cluj
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
The examples and exercises
Laura Balaj - Accenture Cluj
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
Trainer and practical tasks
Janis Preiss - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
The course was very informative and we had a practical exercise
Roms Novicks - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
Tasks was shared within the team, codes where provided if you where stuck somewhere, you could easly share your job aswell so trainer would help.
Ivo Grancovskis - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
Good balance of theory and practice
Ervins Ginevics - SIA DPD Latvija
Course - n8n for Beginners: Modern Automation with Latest Features
I liked the fact that there wasn't that much time spent off topic.
