Latest Transit Data Synced with Project Updates
Major project updates sometimes need to be paired with the latest detailed transit data. This automation downloads fresh GTFS feeds whenever significant project updates are posted, ensuring your schedules reflect current BART configuration.
Trigger
Project Update Posted
Fires when a project status update is posted on the Linear project's Updates tab. Covers projects in both public and private teams — polls with the connected user's token.
Action
Download GTFS Static Schedule Feed
Tool to download the static gtfs feed (google transit.zip). use when needing the latest gtfs schedule data.
Why this helps
Your project references GTFS schedule data that becomes stale, leading to planning based on outdated transit infrastructure.
- Keep GTFS data current without manual downloads
- Ensure project planning uses latest schedule information
- Reduce risk of decisions based on outdated BART data
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Linear and BART to Notis.
- 2Create an automation: 'When a major project update is posted, download and sync the latest GTFS static schedule feed.'
- 3Select the Project Update Posted trigger.
- 4Set your notification channel and specify where to store downloaded feeds.
- 5Test by posting a project update and verifying the GTFS feed downloads.
Questions about this workflow
What is a GTFS feed and why do I need it?
GTFS is the detailed schedule format used by transit agencies. It contains every stop, route, and timing detail for planning purposes.
How often does BART release new GTFS data?
BART typically releases updates when schedules change or infrastructure shifts. This automation pulls the latest version.
Where is the downloaded data stored?
Notis can store it in your configured location (email, Slack, cloud storage) so your team can access the latest feed.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
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Linear triggers
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Recurring trigger
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Webhook trigger
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Comment Received Trigger
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Issue Created Trigger
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Stub action for bart stations retrieval.
Issue Updated Trigger
Triggered when an issue is updated. For example labels are changed, issue status is changed, etc.
Get GTFS-RT Trip Updates
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Private Team Comment Created
Fires when a new comment is posted on an issue in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).
Download GTFS Static Schedule Feed
Tool to download the static gtfs feed (google transit.zip). use when needing the latest gtfs schedule data.
Private Team Issue Created
Fires when a new issue appears in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).
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Private Team Issue Properties Updated
Fires when properties on an issue change in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).
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Tool to get schedule information based on a specified depart time. use when planning trips from an origin to a destination with time constraints after confirming station codes.
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