Integrations
Integrations help your organization streamline workflows by connecting Askthebirdie with your favorite tools.
Available Integrations
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Slack Integration: Ready to use.
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Google Calendar Integration: Coming Soon — Stay tuned for updates!
Slack Integration
The Slack integration allows you to:
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Request Leave Directly in Slack: Use a custom Slack command to submit leave requests without leaving your workspace.
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Stay Informed: Enable weekly automated notifications to share team member leave schedules directly in Slack. (Coming Soon)
How to Set Up Slack Integration
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Navigate to the Integrations page.
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Click on Install Slack.
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Authorize your Slack account when prompted.
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Once connected, you’re all set to use the Slack commands and enable notifications for your organization.
Available Slack commands
/leave-request [Leave Name] [Start Date] [End Date] [Reason]
Example: PTO 2025-03-17 2025-03-19 “Travel to UK”
Note: The date format is YYYY-MM-DD, e.g., 2025-03-17
Google Calendar Integration
This feature is currently under development and will be available soon. It will allow seamless synchronization of leave schedules with Google Calendar.
Check the open roadmap for progress updates and expected release timelines.
Why It’s Important
Integrations like Slack ensure your team stays connected and informed, improving communication and collaboration across your organization.