slack-automation

Name: slack-automation
Availability: InStock
Author: vzulin

Automate Slack messaging, channel management, search, reactions, and thread workflows.

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #channels #slack #messages #workflows #composio #rube-mcp

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/vZulin/overlay-clock-timer --skill slack-automation-vzulin

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: slack-automation
Source: https://github.com/vZulin/overlay-clock-timer/tree/main/.codex/skills/macos-design/slack-automation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vZulin/overlay-clock-timer --skill slack-automation-vzulin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Slack teams often juggle multiple messages, channels, and threads across collaborative workspaces, causing context switching and missed updates.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automate posting messages to channels or DMs, search conversations, manage channels/users, and react to messages.
Threaded workflows: reply to messages, fetch threads, and coordinate multi-step conversations without manual steps.
Use Case: Schedule weekly status updates or incident comms by automatically posting summaries to a channel when triggered.

Quick Start

Connect Rube MCP to Slack and run the Slack automation workflow to post a message to a channel.

Frequently Asked Questions about slack-automation

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate posting messages to Slack channels and DMs?▼

You can automate posting Slack messages by running the Slack automation workflow via Rube MCP, which requires an active workspace connection and proper tool permissions to resolve target channels or users before posting.

Can I automate Slack threaded replies and reactions across workspaces?▼

Yes, Slack workflow automation supports reacting to messages, fetching threads, and composing threaded replies across connected workspaces by resolving channels and users through Rube MCP tool permissions.

Do I need Rube MCP to manage Slack channel search and user workflows?▼

Yes, Rube MCP is required to connect your workspace and grant the tool permissions needed to resolve channels and users before performing search, messaging, or channel management actions.

What is the best way to schedule automated Slack status updates or incident comms?▼

Automating Slack incident comms is best handled by triggering the workflow to automatically post summaries to a specific channel, eliminating manual steps for weekly status updates or incident coordination.

Why does my Slack automation workflow fail to find channels or users?▼

Slack automation fails to find channels or users when the Rube MCP connection lacks proper tool permissions or the workspace is not actively connected to resolve the required targets before performing actions.