Tines allows users to run Bash or Python scripts natively, but there are significant considerations related to security, maintenance, and performance that make many users prefer its native automation builder. Security risks arise from potentially unstable custom code and dependency conflicts, while maintenance challenges stem from managing custom code outside the scope of typical organizational controls. Performance issues include handling long-running code and memory usage. Despite these challenges, Tines provides an alternative with its low-code platform that supports automation tasks like HTTP requests, webhooks, data manipulation, and scheduling, which are common across automation technologies. Tines actions are designed for readability and collaboration, making them more accessible compared to traditional coding. The article further explores automation in Tines versus Python through a case study on setting up a Slack news feed for cybersecurity updates, illustrating the process in both platforms.