General coding/formula questions

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When coding issues get beyond the incorporated realm of Smartsheet, such as in my recent post about time/date stamping, it is my understanding that Zapier, Smartsheet API, or compatible languages come into play. So, what are the opinions in the community about this. Do most folks incorporate a conglomerate of apps or stick to one outside app such as Javascript or Python? The work that I do does not allow access to outside health protected databases (HIPPA rules), so typing relevant information into Smartsheet cells from various outside sources is the way I have to work. That said, things like time or date stamping a Smartsheet cell based upon a row update in another same row cell would be a big help. I am familiar with Javascript and Python (more so with Python), and am willing to dive head first into these programs. But I thought I would first reach out for your thoughts. In the meantime, I'm still learning the Smartsheet system. I am also learning the Javascript subset for Adobe Acrobat to help with various form automations Thank you.

Andrée Starå

Hi,

My point of view is that it depends.

For my business, it depends on my clients need. In most cases, if there is a specific integration to another service, I try to use that to start with, and secondly, I try to use Zapier.

Hope that helps!

Have a fantastic day!

Best,

Andrée Starå

Workflow Consultant @ Get Done Consulting