Connect Datadog to Formatting
Automate workflows between Datadog and Formatting. No coding required.
What you can automate between Datadog and Formatting
These are the most popular automations teams set up between Datadog and Formatting. Each one runs automatically once activated — no manual steps.
Create item when new commit pushed
Add a new task, page, or item automatically when when code is committed to the repository.
Create issue when new item created
Open a new issue or bug report automatically when when a new task, page, or item is created.
Sync Datadog changes to Formatting
Keep Formatting updated when when a new pr is opened.
What syncs between Datadog and Formatting
When an event occurs in Datadog, the relevant data is automatically sent to Formatting. Arahi maps the fields between both apps so the data arrives in the right format — no manual formatting or exports required.
Data from Datadog
- Issues / PRs
- Commits
- Project items
- Labels / tags
- Assignees
Data from Formatting
- Tasks
- Pages / documents
- Database items
- Status updates
- Assignees
How to connect Datadog to Formatting
Follow these steps to set up your integration. The entire process takes under 5 minutes.
What you'll need
- An active Datadog account with repository access
- An active Formatting account
- A free Arahi AI account (sign up takes 30 seconds)
Create your Arahi AI account
Sign up at app.arahi.ai — it's free and takes 30 seconds. No credit card required. You'll land on the dashboard where you can create your first workflow.
Authenticate Datadog
Click "Add Connection" and select Datadog from the app directory. You'll be redirected to Datadog's authorization page. Grant Arahi access to your repositories, issues, and project data. You control which repos and projects the integration can access.
Authenticate Formatting
Same process for Formatting. Click "Add Connection," select Formatting, and authorize access. Grant Arahi access to your workspaces, databases, pages, and tasks. You select which workspaces the integration can read and write to.
Choose your trigger
Select what event starts the workflow. For this integration, popular triggers include: new commit pushed in datadog or new item created in formatting. The trigger fires automatically whenever that event happens — no manual intervention.
Configure the action
Define what happens when the trigger fires. For example: create item in formatting. Map the data fields between Datadog and Formatting so the right information lands in the right place.
Test and activate
Run a test to confirm data flows correctly between Datadog and Formatting. Check that the fields map as expected, then toggle the workflow on. It runs 24/7 from here — Arahi handles retries, error logging, and monitoring automatically.
Why connect Datadog and Formatting?
Engineering work doesn't exist in isolation. When Datadog issues and PRs sync to Formatting, product managers and stakeholders get visibility without asking for status updates.
Tips for your Datadog + Formatting integration
Get more out of this integration with these best practices.
Who uses the Datadog + Formatting integration?
Teams across industries connect Datadog and Formatting to streamline their workflows.
Engineering leads managing sprints who rely on Formatting for productivity
Project management offices who need real-time data from Datadog
Engineering teams and project management offices collaborating across tools
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about connecting Datadog and Formatting.
How do I connect Datadog to Formatting?
Sign up for a free Arahi AI account, then click "Add Connection" to authenticate both Datadog and Formatting via OAuth. Choose a workflow template — like syncing developer tools events to productivity actions — customize the field mapping, and activate. The entire setup takes under 5 minutes.
What can I automate between Datadog and Formatting?
Popular automations include: create Formatting tasks from Datadog issues, sync Datadog PR statuses to Formatting items, close Formatting tasks when Datadog issues resolve, and update Formatting sprint boards from Datadog milestones. Labels and priority fields map automatically.
Is the Datadog and Formatting integration free?
Arahi AI includes 100 free actions per month on the Starter plan — enough for most small teams. If your Datadog-to-Formatting workflows need more volume, paid plans start at $29/month with unlimited workflows and priority execution.
Is my Datadog data secure when connected to Formatting?
Yes. Arahi uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication — we never store your Datadog or Formatting passwords. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256). Your developer tools data is only accessed when a workflow runs, and you can revoke access at any time from your Arahi dashboard.
Can I sync data both ways between Datadog and Formatting?
Yes. You can set up workflows that trigger from either Datadog or Formatting. For example, create a workflow where Datadog events update Formatting, and a separate one where Formatting changes sync back to Datadog. Each direction is configured independently so you have full control.
Do I need technical skills to connect Datadog and Formatting?
No coding is required. Arahi's visual workflow builder lets you configure triggers, actions, and field mapping with clicks. If you can use Datadog and Formatting, you can set up the integration. Most users are running their first workflow within 10 minutes.
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