Abstract: Techniques for generating a structured data container configured to receive and present data associated with third-party applications are described herein. The structured data container may be shared and embedded within multiple surfaces associated with the communication platform, such as collaborative documents, virtual spaces, channels, etc. In some examples, data presented in association with the structured data container may be updated based at least in part on a triggering event such that data presented in association with the structured data container is accurate and up to date. Additionally, techniques for generating templates with placeholders that can be utilized in a workflow are described herein.