Mattermost Bots
Mattermost Bots are automated programs that integrate with the Mattermost open-source messaging platform to perform tasks, provide information, or interact with users in channels. They are built using Mattermost's APIs and webhooks, allowing developers to create custom bots for automation, notifications, and workflow enhancements within team communication. Bots can respond to commands, post messages, and integrate with external services to streamline operations in a Mattermost workspace.
Developers should learn Mattermost Bots when building collaborative tools for teams using Mattermost, as they enable automation of repetitive tasks like sending alerts, managing deployments, or fetching data from APIs. Use cases include creating bots for DevOps monitoring, customer support ticketing, or internal team coordination, where real-time communication and automation improve efficiency. This skill is valuable for roles involving chatops, system administration, or custom integrations in self-hosted or cloud-based Mattermost environments.