Workflow Editor Overview

The workflow Editor is a robust visual tool that empowers both no-code users and developers to design advanced notification workflows. It seamlessly combines the intuitive simplicity of no-code building blocks with the adaptability and precision of code-based customization.

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What is a workflow?

A workflow in Novu is a container for all notification/message logic and templates within your system.

Each workflow:

• Has a unique identifier (key)
• Executes for one subscriber at a time (e.g. end user, recipient, customer, etc.)
• Contains complete notification/message logic and templates
• Supports subscriber preference management
• Can be triggered via API calls, events, or scheduled operations

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Different types of Novu Workflows

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Visual workflow editor (No-Code)

Best suited for:

• Straightforward use cases without complex logic
• Building emails using Novu’s Email WYSIWYG Editor
• Modifying existing workflows
• Quick prototyping, testing, and iteration
• Collaboration with non-technical stakeholders

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Framework SDK (Code-Based)

Best suited for:

• Complex workflow logic implementation
• External API integration
• Custom data transformation
• Advanced routing rules
• Type safe workflow payloads
• Specialized business logic
• Complex conditional branches
• Custom email templates (React Email, Vue Email, MJML etc.)
• Workflow versioning

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