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Adding Slack Incoming Webhook

Aug 22, 2025

Summary

  • This meeting was a step-by-step instructional session on adding an incoming webhook URL to a Slack workspace.
  • The facilitator demonstrated the process using Slack’s web and desktop interfaces, walking through app creation, webhook activation, and notification customization.
  • No attendees were directly referenced; the session was framed as a tutorial for viewers.

Action Items

  • (No action items assigned, as this was an informational demonstration.)

Adding an Incoming Webhook to Slack Workspace

  • To add an incoming webhook, open Slack (web or desktop app).
  • Navigate to "Apps," select "Manage," then go to "Browse Apps," and open the App Directory.
  • Click "Build" in the top right, then "Get Started."
  • On the left, select "Developing Slack Apps," then "Building with Bolt," and choose a programming language (JavaScript was demonstrated).
  • Click to create a new Slack app from scratch, name it (e.g., "Sales Updates"), and choose the relevant workspace.
  • Enable the "Incoming Webhooks" feature in your app settings.
  • Add a new webhook to the workspace and select the desired channel (e.g., "sales-report").
  • Click "Allow" to authorize.
  • Customize alerts or automations as needed (external site mentioned: viet.com).
  • The process allows customized notifications and automations tied to Slack channels.

Decisions

  • Demonstrated use of JavaScript for webhook integration — because it is commonly used for Slack plugins.

Open Questions / Follow-Ups

  • None identified; the video was informational without interactive Q&A.