Find the variables available in a Census dataset
Explore the dataset's variables before deciding which measures belong in your analysis.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Get Dataset Variables JSON
Retrieves all variables available in a Census dataset.
Why this helps
Choosing variables from memory creates rework when labels or valid values do not match the question.
- Review available variables and their labels.
- Check types and valid values before querying.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Agiled and Census Bureau once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation and specify the dataset and vintage to inspect.
- 3Select a Notis webhook trigger for your Agiled process.
- 4Choose where Notis should send run reports.
- 5Test with one real dataset.
Questions about this workflow
What variable information is available?
The action returns variables with names, labels, data types, and valid values.
Will it tell me which variable to use?
Notis can help match variables to your question, but the analysis goal should be stated clearly.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Agiled to Census bureau. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Agiled triggers
Census bureau actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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Webhook trigger
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Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Agiled and Census bureau, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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