How to Sync GitLab Snippet Comments to Slack Using Zapier

Quick summary

This demo shows how to create a Zap that automatically syncs new GitLab snippet comments to Slack, connecting your code review workflow to your team's messaging hub without any manual effort.

Steps

1. Head over to the left-side panel and tap 'Create'.
2. Choose 'Zaps' from the list of options.
3. Click the 'Trigger' tab to start the integration process.
4. Search for 'GitLab' and select it from the recommended matches.
5. Click the 'Trigger Event' menu to view and explore the available options.
6. Pick 'New Code Snippet Comment' from the given list.
7. Tap 'Sign In' and log into your GitLab account.
8. Provide your 'GitLab Hostname', 'Application ID', and 'Secret' if needed, or leave them blank and tap 'Yes, Continue to GitLab'.
9. Click 'Authorize Zapier' to accept the terms and grant the necessary permissions.
10. Specify the 'GitLab Project' that contains the snippet comment you wish to sync.
11. Tap 'Continue' to run your input and test the Trigger.
12. Choose the specific record you wish to use and click 'Continue With Selected Record'.
13. Search for 'Slack' and choose it as the Action app.
14. Tap the drop-down menu and pick the 'Action Event' you prefer to use.
15. Click 'Sign In' and log into your Slack account.
16. Tap 'Allow' to agree with the terms and grant the necessary permissions.
17. Fill out the input fields with the required information one by one.
18. Click 'Continue' to publish and enable the integration.
19. Your GitLab snippet comments will now be synced to Slack automatically based on your preferences.