workflow-triggering

Name: workflow-triggering
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Author: valithedge

Start AEM 6.5 LTS workflows via Timeline UI, HTTP API, or launchers.

1|Updated Oct 7, 2024

Search Tags:#workflow #aem #triggering #http-api #timeline-ui #workflow-session

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Skill: workflow-triggering
Source: https://github.com/valithedge/etisalatedge/tree/main/.agents/skills/workflow-triggering
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/valithedge/etisalatedge --skill workflow-triggering-valithedge

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Orchestrates starting AEM 6.5 LTS workflows across all supported triggering mechanisms, reducing manual steps and enabling consistent workflow initiation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Manual Start via Timeline UI: start a workflow on a single page or asset from the Timeline panel.
Batch/Managed Triggers: trigger workflows through Manage Publication or replication-based triggers for multi-page payloads.
Programmatic & API Triggers: initiate workflows via the WorkflowSession API or the HTTP Workflow REST API for backend services, CI pipelines, and automation.

Quick Start

Choose a workflow model and payload, then trigger it through Timeline UI, HTTP API, or a launcher.

Frequently Asked Questions about workflow-triggering

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

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What mechanisms are available for triggering AEM 6.5 workflows?▼

AEM 6.5 workflows can be triggered through Timeline UI, HTTP API, WorkflowSession API, workflow launchers, and replication triggers, covering manual, batch, and automated use cases.

How do I trigger an AEM 6.5 workflow programmatically?▼

You can trigger AEM 6.5 workflows programmatically using the WorkflowSession API or the HTTP Workflow REST API, enabling backend services and CI pipelines to initiate automated workflow runs.

Can I start an AEM workflow on multiple pages at once?▼

Yes, you can start AEM workflows on multi-page payloads using batch managed triggers through Manage Publication or replication-based triggers for consistent bulk processing.

What is the best way to initiate an AEM workflow from the Timeline UI?▼

To initiate an AEM workflow from the Timeline UI, select a single page or asset, open the Timeline panel, and choose a workflow model to manually start the process.

Do I need a service user with specific ACLs to start AEM workflows?▼

Yes, starting AEM 6.5 LTS workflows requires a service user with appropriate ACLs and a runtime model path configured under /var/workflow/models.

What mechanisms are available for triggering AEM 6.5 workflows?▼

AEM 6.5 workflows can be triggered through Timeline UI, HTTP API, WorkflowSession API, workflow launchers, and replication triggers, covering manual, batch, and automated use cases.