Adjust sandbox lifetime when a request calls for it
Use a request to direct a timeout change for a specific sandbox, with Notis handling the E2B action.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Set Sandbox Timeout
Change how long a sandbox remains active before timing out.
Why this helps
Manually changing a sandbox timeout adds tool switching and can leave its lifetime out of step with the work request.
- Set the timeout for a sandbox identified in the request.
- Use the requested timeout value without opening a separate management flow.
- Keep the change tied to the incoming work context.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Ably and E2B once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, or tell Notis what you want from any channel.
- 3In one instruction, ask Notis to set the identified sandbox's timeout to the value supplied in the request.
- 4Choose the webhook trigger and select where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one real request containing a sandbox identifier and timeout value.
Questions about this workflow
How is the timeout measured?
E2B measures the timeout from the current time. Calling the action multiple times overwrites the previous TTL.
Does this renew a sandbox by a fixed increment?
No. Set Sandbox Timeout sets the timeout value measured from the current time; it does not describe an incremental extension.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Ably to E2b. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Ably triggers
E2b actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Connect to Sandbox
Connect to an existing sandbox and view its details.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Create Template
Create a template for launching sandbox environments.
Create Webhook
Register a webhook for sandbox lifecycle notifications.
Delete Sandbox
Terminate and permanently delete a sandbox; it cannot be resumed.
Delete Webhook
Unregister a webhook and stop its lifecycle notifications.
Delete Template
Permanently deletes a template; running or paused sandboxes must not use it.
Check API Health
Check whether the service is operational.
Get Sandbox
View details about a sandbox.
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