What is the difference between nodeType formats in this skill?

This skill clarifies when to use the short prefix (nodes-base.*) for search/validation tools and the full prefix (n8n-nodes-base.*) required for workflow creation and management tools.

What are n8n validation profiles?

The skill supports multiple profiles: 'minimal' for required fields, 'runtime' for value/type checks, 'ai-friendly' to reduce AI-specific false positives, and 'strict' for production-grade validation.

Why should I use get_node_essentials instead of get_node_info?

get_node_essentials is optimized for performance with a 91.7% success rate and a small 5KB payload, whereas get_node_info is slower and has a 20% failure rate due to its 100KB+ payload size.

How does the skill handle workflow connections?

It utilizes 'Smart Parameters' which allow for semantic branch names (like 'true' or 'false' for IF nodes) and case numbers for Switch nodes, making connection logic much more readable than manual indexing.

Does this skill provide access to workflow templates?

Yes, it allows you to search and access a library of over 2,653 real workflows, providing details on complexity, setup time, and required services.

n8n Workflow & MCP Expert

Name: n8n Workflow & MCP Expert
Author: Activer007

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生産性とワークフロー

Provides expert guidance and best practices for building, validating, and managing n8n workflows using specialized MCP tools.

概要

The n8n-mcp Tools Expert skill empowers Claude to act as a specialist in n8n automation, offering precise guidance for node discovery, workflow configuration, and iterative development. It streamlines the creation of complex automations by providing the correct node types, validation profiles, and smart parameter patterns while navigating the nuances of the n8n-mcp server. This skill is indispensable for developers looking to automate tasks using over 2,600 template examples and robust validation logic to ensure production-grade reliability.

主な機能

Multi-profile workflow validation supporting minimal, runtime, strict, and AI-friendly modes
Precise mapping for divergent nodeType formats across search and workflow tools
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Advanced node discovery and selection guidance using optimized search patterns
Iterative workflow management with partial update and auto-sanitization logic
Smart parameter implementation for semantic branch and case connections

ユースケース

Troubleshooting 'Node not found' or validation errors in existing n8n configurations
Building complex multi-node automation workflows from scratch or via template libraries
Optimizing workflow performance and reliability using real-time validation and health checks

概要

主な機能

Multi-profile workflow validation supporting minimal, runtime, strict, and AI-friendly modes
Precise mapping for divergent nodeType formats across search and workflow tools
0 GitHub stars
Advanced node discovery and selection guidance using optimized search patterns
Iterative workflow management with partial update and auto-sanitization logic
Smart parameter implementation for semantic branch and case connections

ユースケース

Troubleshooting 'Node not found' or validation errors in existing n8n configurations
Building complex multi-node automation workflows from scratch or via template libraries
Optimizing workflow performance and reliability using real-time validation and health checks