Updates

Learn about:Error Nodes Sending Emails in a Workflow with the Message Node Screen/Task Node Use Case: Pausing Workflows Using a Service Task The Workflow Tab in Module SettingsIn this Academy course: https://academy.unqork.com/path/expert-configurator/expert-workflow-practices as part of the Expert Configurator Learning Path

The release of Unqork 2021.9 means Creators can leverage an enhanced search functionality and a newly consolidated application monitoring resource. Before we dig deeper into our latest batch of updates, I’d also like to invite you to join our upcoming Unqork Create virtual conference (Oct 12–14) to see how your enterprise can enjoy a future without legacy. Unqork Create 2021 is the premier no-code conference for enterprise development professionals, featuring three days of actionable insights, workshops, hands-on labs, and customer stories with no-code experts and industry leaders. Search and locate elements by their respective IDs We've expanded the search feature to find what you need, faster. Before, search was limited to queries against element titles, leading Creators to frequently duplicate browser tabs and manually replace IDs within the URL to locate the items they need. With this new feature, Creators can now search for Modules, Workflows, Data Collections, Applications, and Workspaces.Introducing one consolidated monitoring toolWe consolidated the Logs, Metrics, and Alerts Dashboard tools into one Monitoring tool. The Monitoring tool brings all Creator request logs, server metrics, and alerts together to help Creators simplify the maintenance and operations of the applications they’ve built in Unqork.Simplify the end-user experience with new Marketplace listingsThe Lob Integration Template in action. Lob Integration Template: Allows for real-time address verification capabilities provided by Lob, allowing Creators to quickly verify the accuracy of physical addresses that a user submits SendGrid Email With Attachments Template: An extension of the SendGrid Email Template, this provides an easy way to send emails with attachments to your customers at any point within their customer journey SFTP Module Upload: Accelerates the configuration required to upload files to your SFTP server by utilizing Unqork’s File Component and File Storage Component SFTP Workflow Upload: Enables end-users to upload a file then progress the workflow to an automated API module that uploads the file to an SFTP server utilizing Unqork’s File Storage Component To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.  

Unqork 2021.8 has arrived to help Creators build faster, manage less, and increase productivity & transparency. We’re excited to announce our latest batch of updates for Unqork 2021.8. There are a lot of benefits to unpack here, so let’s dive right in! Build faster & manage less Free yourself from ongoing integration maintenance The traditional method for creating workflow integrations is manual and time-consuming, requiring a lot of ad hoc maintenance. With our automatically triggered workflows, this is now an issue of the past! Unqork’s very own Product Manager Jo Zeng and Senior Engineer Dom Piganell hosted a webinar to demonstrate how easy it is to build integration jobs with workflows in the Unqork platform. Watch the build and learn about its use cases here.Leverage our latest time-saving listings in the Marketplace Paginated Dashboard snippet: Want to quickly page through all your data? Simply drag-and-drop this workflow into your environment to display paginated data directly in your dashboard. Numeric KPI Dashboard snippet: Create simple dashboards with a KPI and pie chart to show off numerical values in an easily digestible format—again, just drag-and-drop SendGrid module integration: Looking to utilize SendGrid’s dynamic email templates to send out beautiful and customized emails within your application? Now you can! Debug automated workflows quickerWe improved the Timer Start Node logging to help Creators debug automated workflows and quickly identify the source of any automated workflow issues.Increase productivity & transparencyFind your most-used settings faster with the Advanced Settings panelWe've added a new settings panel to the component configuration window called Advanced Settings. This panel now groups together the least-used settings, reducing visual clutter and making it easier for Creators to identify the core settings of your components.Check real-time information on platform availability with the Unqork Status PageNow you can get live updates on resolution timings for major issues. You can also sign up to receive notifications when a major platform issue is impacting your work, using the Subscribe to Updates button.Better understand how logic affects your gateway linkTo help Creators understand what to enter in the Logic field, we’ve added a Logic Tooltip to the Logic field of the Gateway Output Link’s Inspector Panel. More CustomizationBuild, customize, and brand your password reset flowAs a Creator, you now have full control over the password reset flow experience, including aligning it to your brand's styles.To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

Unqork 2021.7 debuts the world’s first ever no-code Marketplace as well as a slew of process enhancements around validation controls.This was an exciting month for Unqork. Unqork 2021.7 not only provides enhancements to Module Validation Controls and the overall Unqork Development Life Cycle (UDLC) toolkit—it also marks the debut of the world’s first ever no-code Marketplace.Now, let’s dive into the updates!Unveiling the MarketplaceBuilt specifically for the enterprise to build applications at lightning speed, the Unqork Marketplace is an extensive library of no-code assets: pre-configured software snippets, pre-built integrations from partners like DocuSign, Twilio and Experian, and customizable applications that have wide applicability across industries. Creators and engineers simply drag-and-drop these time-saving assets and add them to their Unqork environment. “We’re not a tool in a tool belt, we’re the entire workshop.”It’s the first (and only) Marketplace of its kind. As our CEO and Founder Gary Hoberman puts it, “We’re not a tool in a tool belt, we’re the entire workshop.”Learn more about the benefits of the Marketplace directly from our VP of Marketplace, Warren Chen, in our launch announcement. Two new triggers for module validationTo add control around module validation, we've added two triggers to the Button component: Trigger for valid form: Triggers before saving the form, but only if the module is valid (all required fields have values) Trigger for invalid form: Triggers before saving the form, but only if the module is invalid These new settings give Creators more finely-tuned control over the module's behavior in the face of validation errors.UDLC toolkit process enhancementsCreators are now able to add notes to violations highlighted by the Config Analysis tool. Adding notes can help provide context around the status of each violation, helping reduce production issues for the end-user and increasing accountability for the Creator.Creators can now open the SSE (Server-Side Execute) Debugger from the Service Logs Dashboard tool—and populate the SSE Debugger with pertinent service log data. This is thanks to the inclusion of the serviceLogId in the query string on page open. This new link improves efficiency and decreases the time and number of steps involved in the debugging process.With the Marketplace launch, Unqork 2021.7 is perhaps our most ambitious platform update to date. We are certain that the Marketplace will help Creators and engineers build faster than ever before, and we are pleased with the various other enhancements the Unqork team has managed to provide users despite a product launch that required 24/7 attention.To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

Unqork 2021.6 brings two brand new capabilities: Browser Storage and Offline Mode. Unqork 2021.6 is here to enhance the way end-users interact with your web applications through mobile. Performance problems and the inability to store data locally all lead to slower applications, especially on mobile devices. Unqork’s new Browser Storage Component and Offline capabilities help set your enterprise’s applications up for success. Browser storage and offline mode Our latest update allows you to store data locally, directly in your web application. This leads to:  Better performance: Build applications that can leverage local browser storage for better performance, faster page loading, and more complex use cases Seamless end-user experience: Maintain data during a user’s session to allow for a cohesive user experience Offline access: Access applications in offline mode when there’s low or no connectivity Watch Unqork's Product Manager, Jo Zeng, highlight both the new Browser Storage Component and offline native features.By extending applications for offline web usage, your enterprise can cache module definitions to enhance the application’s performance. With the ability to unlock user preferences and session storage information even with limited connectivity, you enable your organization to build more tailored experiences for your customers.To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

Unqork 2021.5 consolidates SDLC features in one location, adds industry-first capabilities, and integrates with existing tools to enrich necessary development tools with valuable insights. We are excited to announce the release of Unqork 2021.5, our most ambitious attempt yet to help enterprises bring mission-critical applications to market faster and more cost-effectively. Engineering teams will efficiently be able to transform the way the organization does business with the power of our no-code application building platform. Unqork 2021.5 consolidates existing software development lifecycle (SDLC) features into a single tool in the Unqork platform while seamlessly integrating with all the external SDLC tools that development teams are already using. This release will provide support for essential engineering tasks while also introducing some industry-first functionalities. The features and associated benefits included in Unqork 2021.5 are outlined below and can always be referenced in the future via our Documentation Hub.Industry-First FeaturesAPI auto-documentationOur API Docs Dashboard provides a view of all API modules in a workspace. An "API module" in particular is a bundle of Unqork functionality that interacts with an API. When you create one of these modules in Unqork, the API Docs Dashboard instantly and automatically generates documentation (e.g., the type of call you're making, the parameters the module is expecting to receive, what data you can expect to get back, etc.) which you and your colleagues can use to plan and design your Unqork applications. Traditionally, API documentation tends to be done after the fact. By auto-generating APIs in a consistent, uniform format, Unqork allows application development teams to quickly reuse and share APIs via Unqork’s drag-and-drop approach with the added assurance that documentation is always up-to-date. This allows relevant features of legacy applications to be leveraged for new, previously unknown uses.Data model auto-documentationThis gives users added governance through visibility into every data model that exists in their environment. Unqork was built with a completely integrated data store and is designed to allow users to define their data model as their application evolves. Now, development teams have a clean change log over who is making alterations in data models while automatically and instantly documenting all models for preferred use in the future. The result is an ability to develop software with incredible speed while still maintaining tight data modeling control and governance. Deployments, release management, and rollback Once an application has been built, the Unqork platform helps Creators (what we call application builders at Unqork) save time, reduce the risk of failure, and have a safety net with our newest industry-first Rollback feature.The Module Revisions Dashboard displays an auditable history of application changes, helping Creators see the "change log" of a module and more robustly compare revisions. This increases their productivity and allows Creators to promote or release software faster with fewer bugs.The Release Management Tool helps users make informed decisions about which applications to release by organizing versions and releases in an easily searchable format. This helps identify opportunities for releasing multiple applications in unison, so they can improve release efficiency. The point-in-time Rollback feature is a part of the Release Management Tool. Rollback offers a single-click ability to restore a previous version of an application in instances of production issues, changing workstreams, etc. SDLC features baked into one platformApplication dependenciesAs users begin building a solution, the Application Dependencies Dashboard helps them understand the connections that exist in their environment between microservices, external services, applications, and modules.Creators can easily identify dependencies and any potential downstream changes as they plan and design their application. When a change is made in one place, it becomes obvious what might be impacted; now, teams can prepare for potential disruptions.Testing and config analysis Unqork 2021.5 includes features that bolster the test and debug process to help Creators look for and remove errors, ensuring their applications are hitting high-quality standards.The Service Logs Dashboard helps engineers identify and address bugs, plan optimizations across different modules, and collaborate with fellow Creators. This is done with a rich search interface and visualizations (i.e. charts, graphs) of trends for their most important transactional logs. By reviewing, saving, and sharing service logs in this dashboard, Creators can build and debug their API integrations faster than they could when using a traditional code-based development approach.The Signal Start Node is a tool to perform a test run of a workflow.Creators use these test workflows to experiment and review their applications’ behaviors and automate testing activities such as initiating a QA ticket or interacting with an external testing framework.Meanwhile, the Config Analysis Tool automatically checks for any configuration that doesn't abide by best practices for security, stability, and performance.Logging, metrics, and monitoringOnce an application is live, support teams can easily monitor their most important performance metrics in Unqork.A Logs Dashboard proactively monitors for any abnormalities and surfaces errors and slow-performing requests that may merit attention to Creators.A Metrics Dashboard tracks CPU, Memory, Network Traffic, and more, providing a centralized view to help monitor an environment and ensure everything is running smoothly.Why We’re ExcitedWe believe that this latest release will revolutionize the way your enterprise develops and delivers solutions. Engineers want to build the software that drives their company’s success and discover innovative solutions to complex problems. Instead, they are stuck maintaining and debugging code and managing repetitive tasks.With Unqork’s no-code application building platform, engineers can accelerate development 3x faster, reduce bugs by up to 600x, easily integrate with all their systems, and ensure security and compliance across the entire SDLC. With the release of Unqork 2021.5, enterprises can reap all these benefits with a fully centralized SDLC platform that includes the newest functionalities outlined above.For a deeper dive into the full lifecycle management capabilities we provide, read our latest Feature in Focus.Unqork 2021.5 makes achieving substantial productivity and cost saving gains through no-code even easier. For a deeper dive into the full lifecycle management capabilities we provide, read our latest Feature in Focus. To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

The release of Unqork 2021.4 means that Data Workflow now supports Manual Layout for increased flexibility, and workflows can be automated with Signal Start Nodes. Unqork 2021.4 is here to help all Creators build more efficiently than ever before. The Data Workflow now supports Manual Layout to minimize the time it takes you to edit a workflow, while Signal Start Nodes automate previously user-triggered workflows. We are excited to dive deeper into our improved functionalities that increase flexibility and further automates manual work. Data Workflow When working with large or complex data workflows, sometimes it can be difficult to locate the operator when a new operator is dragged into the auto layout. With the Enable Manual Layout toggle, Creators now have the flexibility to place their Data Workflow operator anywhere on the canvas that feels most intuitive to them. Users can now drag-and-drop operators without their placements being reset after a new operator is added to the canvas.With Unqork 2021.4, we also added tooltips to every single operator in the Data Workflow component! Now, Creators can get an overview of what each operator does and how to use it correctly from inside the component. And don't forget, you can click the Go To Help Page link to bring up our In-Product Help. There, you can access over 75 Data Workflow-related articles, with new content added regularly.Automate workflows with Signal Start NodesIn the past, workflows could only be triggered by user action or with timers. Creators needed a way to create automated workflows that are triggered by internal and external signals. Creators can now set up a smart-workflow to initiate based on internal system events.In response, we have expanded our integrations to include signal-based eventing and mechanisms. Creators can now set up a smart-workflow to initiate based on internal system events. Enhancements include: Workflow editor: Workflows are now fully validated on every save, ensuring base pieces are in place (like the workflow path) and no changes have been made that corrupt the workflow definition Exclusive gateway: Allows for more gateway types in the future To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

With Unqork 2021.3, users can leverage a new Documentation Hub and enhanced role-based access control (RBAC) features.We are thrilled to announce that our new Documentation Hub is now live with SSO! This provides you with an easier and more robust experience when accessing product documentation and learning how to use the Unqork platform. Moving forward, our release calendar and release notes will also be available in the documentation portal so you can always stay up-to-date with our releases. We’ve also redesigned the Creator RBAC experience with enhancements that help administrators easily understand the permissions they are granting to Creators.With these two major updates, Unqork 2021.3 bolsters the security and auditability of your applications so that you can continue to rapidly (and efficiently) build with trust in mind.Documentation PortalBefore this platform release, there was limited awareness and usage of the In-Product Help feature due to it living behind a log-in.Unqork 2021.3 has a new In-Platform Help documentation portal that is integrated with our platform. This will provide all users easier access to answers and solutions about any questions or problems they may have. Want to see the portal in action in less than 60 seconds? Watch our demo.RBAC Enhancements / Redesign Role-based access control RBAC is a key part of maintaining a secure building environment, and the additive system Unqork uses is extremely flexible. Despite this, the previous design made it more difficult to understand the final set of permissions granted to any one user.Our latest redesign now gives administrators the ability to: Simplify and make clear granting permissions to other Creators Preview permissions of each role when assigning them View a combined permission table once roles have been assigned to a user Fully revoke a Creator’s access to Unqork We have also added a Password Security Strength Measure.This provides administrators with the ability to set up more robust password requirements for Creators and end-users. A meter is displayed under the list of password rules to communicate the level of security setup by the Administrator in Environment Administration. Unqork 2021.3 only strengthens the security our platform already provides by increasing transparency and accessibility control. To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

Unqork 2021.2 offers two enhancements to help you more efficiently manage multiple applications and interact with your modules.The release of Unqork 2021.2 has a new and improved Workspaces experience and introduces the Module Outline. These updates were delivered as a remedy to user pain points and requested improvements, so we are certain that these changes are not only welcome, but will also enable Creators to build faster within the Unqork platform.Let’s dig deeper into why we made these updates and what their functionalities are.   WorkspacesUp until now, Workspaces was in Beta and required users to navigate to a specific URL. This made full immersion into the experience challenging as it was not yet a navigational option in the platform. Now, Workspaces is the new default view, allowing Creators to get its full value.App Builder will still be accessible via Settings (until mid-2021), but we encourage Unqork users to leverage Workspaces as we’ll continue to add updates that will increase your productivity and efficiency in the platform.To learn more about Workspaces, click here.Workspaces is a powerful new feature set to help you efficiently manage multiple applications in Unqork. Teams can effectively (and flexibly) scale while maintaining order since applications are packaged in an intuitive and clean interface. To learn more about Workspaces, click here.Module OutlineCreators did not have an easy way to search within their modules, or understand the structure of a module or the relationships between components within it. That is because, inherently, modules are large and have many interdependent and related components within them. With requirements constantly evolving, different people jump in-and-out of configuration. The Module Outline will greatly enhance search and navigation capabilities to alleviate this, giving all Creators a better application building experience with improved productivity, usability, and learnability. Create a new way to interact with modules that allows users to visually see and interact with a structured “outline” of the module Add search and navigation capabilities so users can get to their desired destination quickly  Set the foundation for additional features that will provide more visibility and organization-related functionality We are very excited with this latest release. Unqork 2021.2 will eliminate cross-team development bottlenecks, build and manage multiple projects, and ultimately enable your enterprise to grow at scale.To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.

Unqork 2021.1 offers enhancements to more easily build modules & components and handle APIs & administration. The Unqork 2021.1 release offers a slew of Creator enhancements to empower application developers of all skill levels to build even better, even faster. Creators will reap the following benefits: Stop worrying about misspelling Property Ids in Component Settings Get submission level fields in config, like userId and created date, more easily Simplify configurations and support environment-specific values for testing purposes and more Let’s dive deeper into what’s new with Unqork.Autocomplete Property IDsWhen we found that Creators attributed a large percentage of their configuration errors to spelling mistakes (specifically when referencing Property Ids in Component Settings), the Unqork team worked quickly to provide a fix.Unqork 2021.1 provides teams with a contextual, guided experience for referencing Property Ids in component settings with a new autocomplete functionality. Improve Creator productivity by reducing manual data entry errors and decreasing time to reference Property Ids.Getter for the active submissionCertain submission fields live outside of the submission data (e.g., userId, created date, etc.), which means they are not directly accessible in module configuration. There are workarounds to access this information, but they can be tedious and may not function as expected.The addition of a “getSubmissionFields” getter can now be used in logic components to make higher-level submission fields more accessible. It will save the Creator time and reduce complexity when accessing these fields in configuration. Global VariablesConfiguration requirements differ based on environment (e.g., for testing integrations, feature flags, etc.). The workaround to support “config environment variables” is prone to error. Project requirements change throughout the project’s life cycle, so manually locating and updating values throughout an application can quickly become time-consuming.To improve productivity, Unqork 2021.1 provides administrators with a standardized way to create/edit Global Variables in Administration.Simplify configurations, reduce modular complexity, and update modules faster.We are excited for these updates, and we hope you are too!To learn more about how Unqork’s no-code platform works, schedule a personalized demonstration with one of our in-house experts. Also, sign up for the Unqork newsletter to discover more ways no-code is changing the enterprise application industry.