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Slack Alert Gateway

Slack integration allows you to send data quality alerts directly to Slack channels, keeping your team informed in real-time.

Configuration Requirements​

  • Name: A unique identifier for your Slack gateway
  • Channel: Slack (selected from dropdown)
  • Webhook URL(s): One or more Slack webhook URLs

Setting up Slack Webhooks​

  1. Create a Slack App in your workspace
  2. Enable Incoming Webhooks for your app
  3. Create a webhook for the desired channel
  4. Copy the webhook URL provided by Slack
  5. Configure in DeepDQ by pasting the webhook URL

Multiple Webhook Support​

You can configure multiple Slack webhooks for the same gateway by entering comma-separated webhook URLs. This allows you to send alerts to multiple channels simultaneously.

Example Configuration:

Name: Production Data Quality Alerts
Channel: Slack
Webhook URLs: https://hooks.slack.com/services/YOUR/WEBHOOK/URL1,
              https://hooks.slack.com/services/YOUR/WEBHOOK/URL2

Creating a Slack Alert Gateway​

  1. Navigate to the Alert Gateways section in DeepDQ
  2. Click "Add Alert Gateway" button
  3. Enter a descriptive name for the gateway
  4. Select "Slack" as the channel type
  5. Enter your Slack webhook URL(s)
  6. Test the gateway to ensure proper configuration
  7. Save the alert gateway

Testing Slack Gateways​

DeepDQ provides built-in testing functionality to verify your Slack gateway configuration:

  • Test Message: Send a test alert to verify connectivity
  • Configuration Validation: Automatic validation of webhook URLs
  • Delivery Confirmation: Confirmation of successful message delivery

Managing Multiple Slack Targets​

Slack gateways support multiple targets:

  • Enter multiple webhook URLs separated by commas
  • Each webhook can target different channels or workspaces
  • Useful for cross-team notifications

Best Practices​

Gateway Naming​

  • Use descriptive names that indicate purpose and scope
  • Include environment information (e.g., "Production-Critical-Slack")
  • Consider team or department in naming convention

Channel Selection​

  • Best for real-time team collaboration and immediate response
  • Ideal for alerts requiring immediate attention
  • Consider different channels for different severity levels

Alert Frequency​

  • Configure appropriate alert thresholds to avoid notification fatigue
  • Use different gateways for different severity levels
  • Consider time-based routing for different business hours

Troubleshooting​

Common Slack Webhook Issues​

Webhook URL Problems:

  • Verify webhook URL is correct and active
  • Check Slack app permissions and installation
  • Ensure webhook is enabled for the target channel

Multiple Target Issues:

  • Ensure comma separation without extra spaces
  • Validate each individual webhook URL
  • Test each target individually if bulk testing fails

Connectivity Issues:

  • Check if corporate firewalls block Slack webhooks
  • Verify Slack app is properly installed in workspace
  • Confirm webhook permissions are correctly configured

For additional support with Slack Alert Gateway configuration, consult the DeepDQ support documentation or contact your system administrator.