# n8n-automator > A hybrid skill for managing n8n workflows using both MCP (for inspection) and REST API (for creation/editing). - Author: LuisSambrano_UX - Repository: LuisSambrano/google-antigravity - Version: 20260203070115 - Stars: 0 - Forks: 0 - Last Updated: 2026-02-06 - Source: https://github.com/LuisSambrano/google-antigravity - Web: https://mule.run/skillshub/@@LuisSambrano/google-antigravity~n8n-automator:20260203070115 --- --- name: n8n-automator description: A hybrid skill for managing n8n workflows using both MCP (for inspection) and REST API (for creation/editing). --- # n8n Automator Skill This skill enables "Unicorn-Tier" automation of your n8n instance. ## Architecture - **Right Brain (MCP):** Connects via `supergateway` to "read" your n8n instance, discover tools, and understand available nodes. - **Left Brain (REST API):** Connects via standard HTTP requests to create, update, and delete workflows, covering the gap in the current MCP implementation. ## Setup 1. **MCP**: Ensure the `n8n-mcp` server is configured in your IDE settings. 2. **API**: Store your `N8N_API_KEY` in the `.env` file of this skill or securely in your environment. ## Capabilities - `audit_workflow`: Inspect a workflow and add documentation/sticky notes. - `generate_workflow`: Create a new workflow from a text description and push it to the server. - `trigger_workflow`: Execute a workflow via Webhook or ID. ## Usage Refer to `scripts/n8n_manager.py` (to be created) for the execution logic.