Testing automations in Make.com can be significantly streamlined by using previously processed data instead of waiting for external triggers.
By implementing this approach, you can efficiently validate complex scenarios such as those involving webhooks, payment systems, and various Make.com app integrations without the need to generate new external events each time.
In my video, I demonstrate how to effectively test Make.com scenarios using past data:
Using Historical Data for Testing
The process begins by accessing previous execution data from your scenario’s history. By downloading the output bundles from a successful run, you can capture the exact data structure needed for testing. This is particularly valuable for scenarios involving external triggers like webhooks or third-party app integrations.
Setting Up Test Scenarios
To create a test environment, you’ll need to:
- Create a new scenario using the HTTP “Make a Request” module
- Copy the webhook URL from your original scenario
- Paste the previously captured JSON data into the request body
Testing App-Based Triggers
When working with Make.com app integrations like Slack, the process requires a few additional steps:
- Set up variables to store the trigger data
- Use the Parse JSON module to process the test data
- Map the variables correctly to maintain data structure integrity
Variable Management
For complex scenarios, you may need to set multiple variables to handle different data points from your trigger. This approach allows you to maintain the exact data structure expected by your scenario while providing the flexibility to test different input variations.
Transitioning Back to Production
When testing is complete, you can easily switch back to the original trigger by reconnecting your main stream and disconnecting the test modules. This maintains the integrity of your production scenario while keeping the test configuration available for future use.
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