The $0.02 Workflow That Automates Data Extraction With n8n & AI
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Automate Document Data Extraction with n8n + OpenAI gpt-4o
Tired of manual data entry from documents like invoices, resumes, or shipping labels? Learn how to automate document classification and data extraction using n8n and OpenAI for scalable, cost-effective workflows.
Template Download ⬇️: https://gettingautomated.com/the-0-02-workflow-that-automates-data-extraction-with-n8n-ai/
Custom Schema GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-674a448427908191b720c608a032098e-getting-automated-document-extraction-schema-tool
🔥 What You'll Learn:
Automating document extraction with n8n
Using OpenAI Vision to extract complex document data
Converting PDFs to images for advanced data handling
Setting up Google Drive triggers for seamless workflows
Writing structured outputs directly to Google Sheets
🛠️ Core Components:
Workflow orchestration with n8n
PDF to JPEG conversion using PDFRest
Document classification with OpenAI's Vision model
Schema-driven structured outputs for predictable results
Data organization into Google Sheets
💻 Hands-On Tutorial:
Setting up triggers in n8n (Google Drive)
Using OpenAI Vision for document classification and extraction
Automating structured data storage in Google Sheets
Building workflows for different document types (resumes, invoices, labels)
💰 Cost Breakdown:
PDFRest API: ~$0.01 per document
OpenAI GPT-4o (with vision): ~$0.01 per document
Total Cost: ~$0.02 per document – far more affordable than traditional tools
🎯 Perfect for:
Small to medium-sized businesses drowning in manual data extraction
Automation builders scaling workflows for document-heavy processes
Teams handling resumes, invoices, or shipping labels
Anyone looking to eliminate errors and save time
💼 Want to implement this in your business?
Book a call: https://calendly.com/workflowsy/30-minute-connect
🔗 Resources:
n8n Cloud (affiliate link): https://n8n.partnerlinks.io/getting-automated
Explore our automation consulting: https://workflowsy.io/
AI Workflow Tools: https://tools.gettingautomated.com
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