automation-builder

Designs cross-platform automation flows with error handling and retry logic for Zapier, Home Assistant, and n8n.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dragonbornjedi-code/phoenix-forge-ecosystem --skill automation-builder
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Skill: automation-builder
Source: https://github.com/dragonbornjedi-code/phoenix-forge-ecosystem/tree/main/.claude-shared/skills/automation-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dragonbornjedi-code/phoenix-forge-ecosystem --skill automation-builder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps design and orchestrate automation workflows across popular platforms (Zapier, Home Assistant, n8n) to connect apps, automate tasks, and reduce manual work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Webhook Router & Master Zaps: Centralizes events into structured automation pipelines.
  • Error Handling & Self-Healing: Built-in retries and escalation paths to keep automations reliable.
  • Use Case: Trigger a daily quest reminder in HA when a quest is completed in the app, then log results to a dashboard.

Quick Start

Create a simple automation: on quest-complete, log the event and trigger a celebratory notification.

Frequently Asked Questions about automation-builder

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate workflows across Zapier, Home Assistant, and n8n?

Automating workflows across multiple platforms involves designing centralized pipelines that route events through webhook integrations and conditional logic. This Skill orchestrates cross-platform automation for Zapier, Home Assistant, n8n, and webhook-based systems, applying error handling, retries, and self-healing cycles to keep integrations reliable and responsive.

Can I set up event-driven automation for quest completion and notifications?

Event-driven automation triggers actions based on specific events like quest completion or schedule changes. This Skill enables you to design triggers (quest-complete events), route them through n8n or Zapier, execute actions (log results, send notifications), and handle errors with automatic retries before escalation.

What's the best way to handle errors and retries in webhook automation flows?

Webhook automation requires mandatory error handling with retry logic to prevent cascading failures. This Skill implements built-in path-based conditional logic, 2–5 second delays between rapid actions, and a self-healing cycle that retries once before escalating to ensure workflows remain resilient and observable.

How do I connect Home Assistant to external apps and dashboards through automation?

Connecting Home Assistant to external systems requires webhook routing and structured pipelines that centralize events and actions. This Skill designs orchestration flows that log Home Assistant events, trigger notifications, and integrate with external dashboards and monitoring tools through Zapier and n8n.

Do I need to configure webhook routers and master Zaps separately?

Webhook routers and master Zaps centralize event routing and reduce manual configuration. This Skill manages both components within a unified automation pipeline, structuring events into standardized flows that execute across platforms and provide consolidated logging and alerting.