Get a scheduled inventory of a Backendless directory
See what is in a storage folder without making another manual browse task.
Trigger
Recurring schedule
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Action
Directory Listing
List files and directories in storage.
Why this helps
Stored files accumulate quietly, leaving teams unsure what is available or where it lives.
- List files and directories at a specified storage path.
- Receive a concise inventory in a report channel.
- Make regular storage reviews easier to fit into a busy week.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Backendless once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, and give it a clear name.
- 3Describe the storage path to list and what details the inventory should highlight.
- 4Choose a recurring schedule as the trigger.
- 5Choose a report channel, then test with a known storage directory.
Questions about this workflow
Does this workflow change any files?
No. Directory Listing retrieves a listing for review.
Can it include subdirectories?
The listing details depend on the action's available options. State what you need and verify it in the test run.
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Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Adafruit IO to Backendless. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Adafruit IO triggers
Backendless actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Copy File
Copy a file or directory in file storage.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Create Directory
Create a directory in file storage.
Create Backendless Hive
Create a Hive.
Create Backendless Timer
Create a timer for scheduled server-side tasks.
Delete Directory
Delete a directory from file storage.
Delete File
Permanently delete a file from storage; this cannot be undone.
Delete Backendless Timer
Immediately and permanently delete a timer, stopping scheduled runs; this cannot be undone.
Directory Listing
List files and directories in storage.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Adafruit IO and Backendless, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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