References
Configuring Workflow - basics on how to configure a workflow so you can take advantage of the features of this app
Advanced Workflow Configuration - know the difference between conditions, validators, and post functions
User experiences and tips - David Greenfield: when issues are not being created
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Test your workflow!Workflows can be complicated |
. Define a reasonable test scenario for your workflow on a test project or test system. Often, it is the only way to find errors before putting your workflow in production. Consider formalizing your workflow testing with | Tip |
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ErrorsPost functions are run after the transition has already occurred - there is no turning back. When you see your post function not working as expected, and you want to check if it is due to a configuration error, go through the log messages in the Global Configuration page. This is the go-to place to understand what went wrong. Refer to How to get problem determination information for more details. |
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It is important for workflow designers to understand how the order of processing can affect results. Some actions will not behave properly if done in the wrong sequence. Think carefully and try alternative ordering in your tests. |
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In some cases, ordering the post function may improve related behavior.
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