This project provides a Slack bot that automates daily quiz sessions, using Google Apps Script and Slack integration. It connects to Google Sheets to fetch quiz questions and deliver them through Slack, automating the daily quiz process.
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The client requires an automated daily quiz system in Slack, designed to interact with users and fetch quiz data from Google Sheets. Currently, the manual process involves sending quiz questions daily, which is time-consuming and inefficient. This automation will streamline the quiz distribution process, saving time and ensuring consistency.
- Time-Saving: Automates daily quiz delivery, eliminating the need for manual handling.
- Consistency: Ensures that the quiz is delivered to all users on time, every day.
- Improved Engagement: Increases interaction within Slack channels through gamified quizzes.
- Scalability: The system can handle a large number of users across multiple Slack workspaces.
- Error-Free: Reduces human error in sending daily questions and tracking responses.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Google Sheets Integration | Fetches daily quiz questions from Google Sheets and formats them for Slack. |
| Slack Integration | Uses Slack API to send quiz questions to users in Slack channels or direct messages. |
| User Interaction | Allows users to respond to quiz questions directly in Slack, receiving instant feedback. |
| Quiz Scheduling | Uses Google Apps Script to automate the daily quiz at a set time every day. |
| Result Tracking | Tracks user participation and performance, storing results in Google Sheets for analysis. |
| Error Handling | Includes error handling for API failures, missing data, or incorrect responses. |
| Customizable Questions | Allows customization of quiz questions and answers in Google Sheets, offering flexibility. |
| Slack Notifications | Sends reminders or daily updates about the quiz, ensuring high participation rates. |
| Scalability | Can handle hundreds or thousands of Slack users across different workspaces. |
| Compliance | Ensures secure and compliant API interactions by utilizing OAuth tokens for Slack authentication. |
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Input or Trigger | The system triggers the quiz at a scheduled time every day, pulling quiz questions from a designated Google Sheet. |
| Core Logic | Google Apps Script processes the quiz data, formats it for Slack, and sends the questions to designated Slack channels or users. |
| Output or Action | The user receives the quiz question in Slack, answers it, and gets immediate feedback. |
| Other Functionalities | Logs quiz responses, tracks participation, and updates user scores in Google Sheets. |
| Safety Controls | Implements OAuth authentication for secure Slack API calls and handles rate limits and failures gracefully. |
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Language | Google Apps Script (JavaScript-based) |
| Frameworks | Slack API, Google Sheets API |
| Tools | Google Apps Script, Slack SDK |
| Infrastructure | Google Cloud, Slack Workspace |
slack-google-apps-script-quiz-bot/
├── src/
│ ├── main.gs
│ ├── slack/
│ │ ├── slack-api.gs
│ └── google-sheets/
│ ├── sheets-api.gs
│ ├── question-fetcher.gs
│ └── result-tracker.gs
├── config/
│ ├── settings.json
├── logs/
│ └── activity.log
├── output/
│ └── results.csv
├── tests/
│ └── test_quiz.gs
├── README.md
- HR teams use it to engage employees with daily quizzes, so they can boost morale and foster a fun work culture.
- Educational institutions deploy it to share quiz questions and assessments with students, so they can assess knowledge daily.
- Project managers use it to run knowledge checks with team members, so they can ensure their team stays on top of important skills.
How do I set up the bot with Slack? To set up the bot, you need to install the Slack App in your workspace and authenticate using the provided OAuth credentials. Ensure the bot has access to post messages in the required channels or DMs.
Can I customize the quiz questions? Yes, you can customize the questions directly in Google Sheets. The bot will automatically fetch the latest questions every day at the scheduled time.
What happens if there’s an issue with the Google Sheet? The system will log an error and notify the user if the sheet is inaccessible or missing required data. It will then retry the request.
Execution Speed: The bot can send out quizzes to up to 1,000 Slack users in under 5 minutes, depending on network conditions.
Success Rate: 98% success rate across multiple production runs, with retries on temporary issues.
Scalability: Capable of handling 1,000+ concurrent users or quiz requests without performance degradation.
Resource Efficiency: Low resource usage; 20-30 MB of memory per instance during quiz distribution.
Error Handling: Includes retry logic for API failures, structured logging for troubleshooting, and user notifications for unresolved issues.
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