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Working with Models

This section covers the full lifecycle of a workflow model -- from creating a new one to editing, saving, and closing it.

Model lifecycle

Model lifecycle: Create flows to Edit, which includes Configure components and Test/Replay, then Save and Close

What is a model?

A model is a visual representation of a workflow. It consists of:

  • Nodes: The building blocks of your workflow (events, actions, gateways, subprocesses).
  • Edges: Connections between nodes, optionally with conditions.
  • Metadata: Name, description, version, tags, and other properties.
  • Annotations: Optional notes attached to nodes or edges.

The model is stored as a JSON document and converted to the model owner's internal format (e.g., ECA configuration entities) when saved.

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