Start fresh prep when a calendar event changes
When an event shifts, create a fresh Coda prep copy that makes the update easier to review.
Trigger
Event Updated
Triggers when an existing Google Calendar event is modified. Returns the event ID, change type, and the specific fields that changed with their previous and new values.
Action
Copy Document
Creates a copy of an existing coda document. this action allows you to duplicate a document while optionally specifying a new title and location for the copied document.
Why this helps
A rescheduled or revised meeting can invalidate preparation you already started.
- Make changed commitments visible in a fresh prep doc
- Keep update context close to preparation
- Reduce confusion after a schedule shift
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Google Calendar and Coda once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in the portal or tell Notis in plain language.
- 3Ask Notis to copy your chosen prep doc when an event changes and note the changed fields it receives.
- 4Choose Event Updated and a report channel.
- 5Test with one real event update and review the copy.
Questions about this workflow
Will the copy include the exact previous and new values?
The trigger provides changed fields with previous and new values. Tell Notis how to use those values in the copy context.
Does this update an existing Coda doc?
No. This workflow copies a document to create a fresh prep space.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Google Calendar to Coda. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Google Calendar triggers
Coda actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Add a category for pack
Add a publishing category for a given pack.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Add a maker for pack
Set a maker for a given pack. used to display makers for a pack in the corresponding packs page.
Attendee Response Changed
Polling trigger that fires when any attendee's RSVP changes to accepted, declined, or tentative. Returns attendee info and current status.
Add a permission for pack
Create or modify user, workspace, or global permissions for a given pack.
Event Canceled or Deleted
Triggers when a Google Calendar event is cancelled or deleted. Returns minimal data: event_id, summary (if available), and cancellation timestamp.
Add custom domain
Add a custom domain to a published doc.
Event Starting Soon
Triggers when a calendar event is within a configured number of minutes from starting. Returns event details, time remaining, attendees, and join links when available.
Add permission
Adds a new permission to the doc.
Calendar Event Changes
**SOON TO BE DEPRECATED** - Use Calendar Event Sync (polling trigger) instead. Real-time webhook trigger for calendar event changes. Returns event metadata only. For full event data, use Calendar Event Sync (polling trigger).
Begin content export
Initiate an export of content for the given page.
Event Created
Polling trigger that fires when a new calendar event is created. Returns event ID, summary, start/end times, and organizer info.
Content export status
Check the status of a page content export
Calendar Event Sync
Polling trigger that returns full event data including details, attendees, and metadata. For real-time notifications with basic info, use Calendar Event Changes (webhook).
Copy Document
Creates a copy of an existing coda document. this action allows you to duplicate a document while optionally specifying a new title and location for the copied document.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Google Calendar and Coda, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
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