Automate n8n Workflow Backups to GitHub

This n8n workflow provides a robust mechanism to backup and version control all your n8n workflows by syncing them to a GitHub repository. It fetches the list of currently configured workflows from n8n, iterates through each one, retrieves the actual workflow code, and compares it against any existing GitHub source. If changes are detected or if it's a new workflow, it automatically saves the sorted workflow JSON to the designated repository path.

The flow ensures reliable change detection by sorting workflow code before comparison, preventing false positives from formatting differences. Configuration is centralized in a 'Globals' node for GitHub repo details, and it uses a 'GitHub' credential (with Write or Manage permissions recommended). This setup minimizes manual intervention and supports org-wide sharing and change tracking.

Benefits include disaster recovery (as proven by restoring production after a DB wipe), collaboration across teams, and avoiding 'oopsies' with GitHub's version history. Ideal for production n8n environments, dev teams, or anyone scaling workflow automation. Use cases: daily cron jobs for backups, CI/CD integration, or migrating workflows between instances.