How can I filter forks from specific users or organizations?

DryMerge allows you to filter forks based on the user or organization. Specify whose actions you're interested in, and DryMerge will send notifications accordingly.

Can I use this with Outlook instead of Gmail?

Yes, you can use this with Outlook instead of Gmail. Just describe the necessary changes, and DryMerge will configure the automation accordingly.

Which people use this automation? What do they use it for?

This automation is popular among open-source project maintainers who need to monitor forks to understand project adoption and engage with contributors.

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GitHub + Gmail

Receive Email Notifications for GitHub Repository Forks

Stay informed about the adoption and engagement of your code with the community by receiving instant email notifications whenever someone forks your GitHub repository. This helps you keep track of your project's reach and interact with developers who find your code valuable.

GitHub Repo Forked

Triggers when someone forks your GitHub repository.

Send Fork Notification

Sends you an email notification about the new fork.

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How DryMerge works

DryMerge lets you automate work between apps with plain English. Here's how it works.

Receive email notifications for GitHub repository forks

Ask for what you want.

Tell DryMerge what you want to automate using plain English. For example, "Receive email notifications for GitHub repository forks"

Sure! Connecting

DryMerge figures out the details.

Based on your description, DryMerge identifies the apps involved, determines the appropriate triggers and actions, and creates the automation for you.

Your workflow is ready to go!

Once DryMerge has created your automation, it will run automatically whenever the trigger event occurs, saving you time and effort.

Frequently Asked Questions

Supported triggers and actions

DryMerge creates workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. Triggers are events that start automations, and actions are operations that DryMerge performs.

Create Issue

Creates a new issue in a GitHub repository

Comment on Issue

Comments on an existing issue in a GitHub repository

Create Pull Request

Creates a new pull request in a GitHub repository

Update Issue

Updates an existing issue in a GitHub repository

List GitHub Owners and Repositories

Lists all owners (users and organizations) and their repositories that the authenticated user can access

New GitHub Commit

Triggers when a new GitHub commit is made