n8n Workflow Patterns

Proven architectural patterns for building n8n workflows.

The 5 Core Patterns

Based on analysis of real workflow usage:

1. Webhook Processing (Most Common)

   • Receive HTTP requests → Process → Output
   • Pattern: Webhook → Validate → Transform → Respond/Notify

2. HTTP API Integration

   • Fetch from REST APIs → Transform → Store/Use
   • Pattern: Trigger → HTTP Request → Transform → Action → Error Handler

3. Database Operations