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# n8n

## What it is

n8n is a **visual environment for automations and connections between tools**.

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**Test and teaching environment:** Availability and data persistence are not guaranteed. Keep your own copies of important work. AISL assumes no liability for data loss.
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## What you can do with it

* build trigger-and-action workflows
* connect supported tools and services
* include AI steps in automations where these are available for your use case

## Who it is for

FHNW students and instructors who want to prototype automations and tool-connected workflows for teaching or project work.

## Sign in

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**Sign in:** [Open n8n](https://n8n.engines.aisl.science) with your **FHNW account** after access has been enabled.
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Access is either enabled on request or pre-enrolled for a module, course, or project.

## Important use conditions

* **Non-commercial use only.** The service is provided for teaching, learning, research, and related project work.
* **Request metadata:** By using this service, you consent to the collection and use of request metadata to support research and service operation.
* **Credentials:** Keep any API keys or access credentials secure. Do not share them publicly or include them in client-side code.

## Request access

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**Request access:** Email <engines@aisl.science> with **n8n** and a short description of your course, teaching activity, or project.
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## Get help

For access or usage questions, contact <engines@aisl.science>.


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