WorkerB for MS Teams: V2 Overview
A lighter WorkerB for MS Teams with fewer permissions and limited features. Learn when and why to use V2.
WorkerB V2 is a lightweight version of the WorkerB integration, developed specifically for Microsoft Teams users in organizations with heightened security requirements. It requires fewer permissions and supports a streamlined feature set suitable for environments where full access scopes are not permitted.
Key Characteristics
- Platform: Microsoft Teams only
- Security-First Design: Designed for orgs with strict access controls
- Reduced Permissions: V2 avoids installing with the broader scopes required by V1
- Private Channel Support: Works in Microsoft Teams private channels
Supported Capabilities
Feature | Supported in V2 |
PR created notifications | ✅ |
PR reviewed notifications | ✅ |
PR merged notifications | ✅ |
Unassigned PR sharing | ✅ |
My Stats summary (DM) | ✅ |
WorkerB Commands (e.g. /updates) | ✅ |
Daily Team Digest | ✅ |
High Risk PR alerts | ✅ |
Installation and Onboarding
WorkerB V2 is not available for self-service installation and must be coordinated with LinearB support.
To request the V2 installer and configuration guide, contact your Customer Success Manager (CSM) or email support@linearb.io.
Limitations and Modifications
While WorkerB V2 enables Microsoft Teams support with reduced permissions, it includes the following constraints:
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link team: Bot installation is only permitted if the user is either a member of the target team or an admin. - Inviting users via
link team: This action does not work for non-admins, as it requires installing the bot on another user’s behalf. unassigned reviwer notification: This is incompatible with delegated scopes and is currently disabled for V2.invite: Only users with admin rights can install the bot for another user. Non-admins attempting to run this command will encounter a permissions error.
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