Record course file uploads in CommCare
When a new file appears in a Canvas course, Notis can submit the relevant context to CommCare for program documentation.
Trigger
New Canvas File Upload
Polls a Canvas course for new file uploads.
Action
Submit Form to CommCare
Tool to submit an XForm to CommCare following the OpenRosa standard. Use when you need to submit form data with complete XML including required metadata fields (deviceID, timeStart, timeEnd, username, userID, instanceID).
Why this helps
Program teams may need awareness of course materials but lack a reliable handoff from the course space.
- Reduce manual notices about new course files
- Create a consistent program-side documentation step
- Keep run results visible in the selected report channel
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Canvas and CommCare once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation and explain which uploads require program documentation.
- 3Describe what available file details to include in the CommCare form.
- 4Pick New Canvas File Upload as the trigger and choose where run reports go.
- 5Test with one real course upload and confirm the form submission.
Questions about this workflow
Does this send the uploaded file into CommCare?
The listed action submits an XForm. The trigger is described as detecting new uploads, but file transfer itself is not specified.
What if a file has no relevant program context?
Instruct Notis how to handle uploads without enough context, and review the run report during testing.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Canvas to CommCare. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
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CommCare actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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