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Terminology

TermsDescription
WorkspaceA collaborative environment for organizing and managing applications and workflows.
ApplicationA container within a workspace that holds workflows, resources, and schemas.
WorkflowA sequence of steps designed to complete a process or achieve a business goal.
ActivityA fundamental task or operation within a workflow, like data entry or API requests.
VariableConfigurable parameters used for dynamic data storage and workflow customization.
TriggerAn event or condition that initiates a workflow, such as time-based or user actions.
SchemaDefines the data structure, including fields and data types, used in workflows.
ResourceExternal configurations or connections (e.g., Auth, ABS) used in workflows.
SubflowA reusable sequence of steps within a larger workflow to modularize complex tasks.
MapperTransforms and maps data between different formats or structures within workflows.
Mapper FunctionPerforms data transformations using built-in functions for complex data mappings.
WebhookEnables real-time communication by sending HTTP requests when specific events occur.
Error HandlingManages and responds to errors within workflows for robust and resilient execution.
Lookup TableA key-value data structure for efficient data retrieval and mapping in workflows.
Transition LineConnects activities in a workflow, with optional conditions to control flow logic.
API ManagerManages API collections, access profiles, and secure API tokens for integrations.
Secret ManagerSecures sensitive information, such as API keys, that supports environment-specific storage.
PublishCreates a specific version of the workflow, making it ready for deployment.
DeployMoves the published version to the Development environment for execution.
PromoteAdvances the deployed version to Production environments with the required approvals.
TestVerifies the workflow functionality by simulating input data and checking output.
Schema RegistryA centralized location for managing, versioning, and sharing schema definitions.
Application TemplateReusable frameworks created using existing applications. Enables you to quickly create applications built on the same structure.