Move release requests from Slack into Codemagic
Give a clear release request a reliable next step without switching tools to start the build.
Trigger
Channel Message Received
Triggered when a message is posted in a Slack channel (public, private, or multi-party IM). Does NOT match direct messages.
Action
Start New Build
Tool to start a new build for an application with specified workflow and branch or tag. Use when you need to trigger a build programmatically. Either branch or tag parameter must be provided.
Why this helps
A build request may be acknowledged in chat but still require someone to remember a separate manual step.
- Turn a channel request into a concrete build kickoff.
- Keep the build connected to its original Slack context.
- Cut down on repeated reminders to start the release build.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Slack and Codemagic to Notis once in the portal.
- 2Create an automation in the portal or ask Notis to start a Codemagic build when a release request is posted in the chosen Slack channel.
- 3Select Channel Message Received as the trigger and describe the release request format and how to identify its app and branch.
- 4Choose a channel for run reports, then test with one real release request.
Questions about this workflow
Will ordinary channel discussion start builds?
Describe the words or context that indicate an actual release request, and have Notis act only when the message meets that intent.
Can the request mention a branch?
Yes. State in the instruction that Notis should use the branch named in the request when it is clear.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Slack to Codemagic. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Slack triggers
Codemagic actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Add Application from Private Repository
Tool to create an application from a private repository using SSH key authentication. Use when you need to add a new private repository to Codemagic with SSH credentials.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Add New Application
Tool to add a Git repository to the applications list in Codemagic. Use when you need to add a new application to Codemagic from a repository URL.
New Channel Created Trigger
Triggered when a new channel is created in Slack.
Get Meta Information
Tool to get metadata about Codemagic including public IP addresses in use (in CIDR notation). Use when you need to retrieve IP blocks for whitelisting build machines or simulator network requests.
Channel Message Received
Triggered when a message is posted in a Slack channel (public, private, or multi-party IM). Does NOT match direct messages.
Get Variable Group Information
Tool to retrieve information about a specific variable group including its name and configuration settings. Use when you need to get details for a variable group by its ID.
Direct Message Received
Triggered when a new direct message (DM) is sent to a user in Slack. Catches all DMs across all DM channels.
Update Variable Group
Tool to change a variable group's name and security settings. Use when you need to update an existing variable group by its ID. Returns success confirmation on 204 No Content response.
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.
Delete All Application Caches
Tool to delete all caches for a specific application. Use when clearing all cached data for an app. The deletion process is asynchronous and will complete after the API response is returned.
Message Reaction Removed
Triggered when a reaction is removed from a message in Slack. Supports optional filtering by channel and emoji name.
Delete Specific Cache
Tool to delete a specific cache from an application. Use when a cached build artifact needs to be removed. The deletion is performed asynchronously and returns immediately with a 202 Accepted status.
Reaction Added Trigger
DEPRECATED: use `SLACK_MESSAGE_REACTION_ADDED` instead. Triggered when a reaction is added to a message in Slack.
Get Account Info for Over-the-Air Updates
Tool to retrieve account information for over-the-air updates. Use when you need to check the account status (enabled/disabled/pending) and associated team identifier.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Slack and Codemagic, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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