Overview
The N8n Hackers Tools node, when configured with the Integrator resource and the Generate operation, allows users to convert a cURL command into an n8n HTTP Request node configuration. This is particularly useful for users who have existing cURL commands (for example, from API documentation or command-line usage) and want to quickly generate equivalent HTTP request nodes in their n8n workflows without manual translation.
Practical Example:
Suppose you have a cURL command for a third-party API and want to automate this call within n8n. By pasting your cURL expression into this node, it will generate the necessary HTTP Request node setup for you.
Properties
| Name | Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Curl Expression | string | Define the cURL expression to convert into an HTTP Request node. Required input. |
Output
- The output is a JSON object containing the generated HTTP Request node configuration based on the provided cURL expression.
- The exact structure of the output JSON will reflect the fields required to configure an n8n HTTP Request node (such as method, URL, headers, body, etc.), as parsed from the cURL input.
- No binary data is produced by this operation.
Dependencies
- External Service: Uses the N8n Hackers API to perform the conversion.
- Credentials: No API key or authentication is required for this specific operation.
Troubleshooting
- Common Issues:
- Invalid cURL Expression: If the provided cURL command is malformed or unsupported, the node may return an error or fail to generate a valid HTTP Request node configuration.
- API Unavailability: If the N8n Hackers API is down or unreachable, the node will not function and may throw connection errors.
- Error Messages:
- "Invalid cURL expression" – Ensure your cURL command is correctly formatted and complete.
- "Failed to connect to N8n Hackers API" – Check your network connection and the status of https://api.n8nhackers.com.