Microsoft Teams Integration

Various external systems, on premises or in the cloud, can be integrated and synchronized codeless with Microsoft Teams, using the Layer2 Cloud Connector.

Learn on this page how the data integration to Microsoft Teams is working with the Layer2 Cloud Connector by using the step-by-step screenshot tutorial and reading our important advice and frequently asked questions. Make use of the benefits and features of this data integration tool by trying it out yourself: Free Trial Registration.

Microsoft Teams Integration - HOW IT WORKS

In fact, you only need to do the 5 following steps to get your Microsoft Teams data integration started.

Setup your connection as required: one-way in this case.
Setup your data source, in this case Microsoft Teams.
Setup your target – for example a Microsoft SharePoint list or library.
Setup your mapping Check your configurations.
Start your project!

5 Steps of asana integration via Layer2 Cloud Connector

Microsoft Teams step-by-step data integration via the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Use this step-by-step-introduction to get through the whole product and data integration configuration easily. Some steps require a copy-paste task of code snippets. Please follow the recommendations in this instruction closely.

Connection setup for Microsoft Teams integration with Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 1: After the quick installation of your Layer2 Cloud Connector and a creation of your new connection, you then need to name your connection, for example „Microsoft Teams“, and define the direction of the synchronization.

Souirce setup for Microsoft Teams integration in the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 2: Select „Source“ which can be found inside the folder „Data Entities“. Name your source (Data Entity Title) and select the „Layer2 Data Provider for Microsoft Teams“ from the list of included / installed data providers.

Connection string setuo for Microsoft Teams integration in the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 2.5: Copy and paste the text you will find below this introduction into the Connection String/Select Statement field. Please adjust any placeholder with your own requirements.

Target setup for Microsoft Teams integration in the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 3: Now you have to configure the settings for your desired target. Please click on “Target” and search for the specific target configuration on our website. Then proceed and fill in the remaining input fields accordingly.

Mapping in the Layer2 Cloud Connector for Microsoft Teams integration

Step 4: Please click on “Mappings” which can be found in the folder of your created connection. After that, you have to configure your own mapping like shown in the screenshot (example) to get decent data.

Step 5: If you have finalized your source and target settings, you need to go back to your first connection set up window of Step 1. You can now start your synchronization by clicking on “Run Now” at the bottom of the configuration window.

Preview data for Microsoft teams intgeration

Good to know: The “Preview Data” function is a good way to see the result of your data integration in a preview mode. If you do not like the result, you can always make changes in the connection string, in the mapping, and the „Select Statement”.

SharePoint data ready for Microsoft Teams integration

Example: SharePoint data to be integrated into MIcrosoft Teams via Layer2 Cloud Connector

Microsoft Teams data integratzion finished

Example: SharePoint data in Microsoft Teams after a data integration via Layer2 Cloud Connector

Specific Connection String and Select Statement for your Microsoft Teams integration

Please copy and paste this connection string and Select Statement into the designated field like described in Step 2.5 of the step-by-introduction above.

WebHookUrl=<your_webhook_url>

Please enter the following SQL query into the "Select Statement" as well and adjust the placeholder.

SELECT Title

Benefits of using the Layer2 Cloud Connector for your Microsoft Teams data integration

Time saving

Quick and easy installation in just minutes. Combine your data automatically in the background and benefit of better insights and greater revenues.

Multi-talent tool

Sync your data one-way locally or cloud-based to Microsoft Teams and use it for migration, backup, or permanent synchronization projects. It is up to you.

High security

There is no access to your corporate data from the internet and no data transfer will occur to 3rd-parties. You have the full control.

Many setting options

Use the Layer2 Cloud Connecor in a very easy and simple way, or benefit from customizable options and features. You decide.

Many data provider included

To be even more easier: Use our own customized providers for common systems. Many more vendor-specific or 3rd party ADO.NET data providers are supported as well.

Cost-effective licensing

Two product editions are available: Personal Edition (for one conncetion only) and Professional Edition (for multiple connections). In addition, you can benefit from our Software Assuranc.

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Microsoft Teams Integration - Known Issues and Workarounds

Team Notification Cards are created on data change using fixed templates that follows the Microsoft Guidelines. It is planned to add custom templates with future releases.
You can use the field names in the symbolic data query and the Cloud Connector data mapping feature to provide user-friendly column names (different from data source) in the card. Important: The data query is not optional. A data query with field names must be provided for mapping. Select * does not work in this case.
You should provide a a link to newly added or changed data items in the source system whenever possible. Please make use of Dynamic Columns for this to calculate the link.
Currently the Layer2 Cloud Connector is not specifically listed in the Microsoft Teams connectors list. It is planned to add it to the Microsoft Store later on.
The Webhook URL in the connection string will validate even if it is incorrect as it cannot be checked without sending a card to post. If during a sync attempt you get the error "Could not write ...", then check to make sure the URL for the Webhook is correct.
The solution does not provide any interactivity, like e.g. the Microsoft Teams T-Bot. It is just about sending change notifications to the team with the current release.

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