Python Code Node (Beta)

Expert guidance for writing Python code in n8n Code nodes.

⚠️ Important: JavaScript First

Recommendation: Use JavaScript for 95% of use cases. Only use Python when:

• You need specific Python standard library functions
• You're significantly more comfortable with Python syntax
• You're doing data transformations better suited to Python

Why JavaScript is preferred:

• Full n8n helper functions ($helpers.httpRequest, etc.)
• Luxon DateTime library for advanced date/time operations
• No external library limitations
• Better n8n documentation and community support