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dotnet-cli-release-pipeline

Automate .NET CLI releases with GitHub Actions and Semantic Versioning.

71|10|Updated Feb 11, 2026
Search Tags:#ci/cd#cli#github actions#packaging#dotnet#homebrew#scoop#release pipeline#winget
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Skill: dotnet-cli-release-pipeline
Source: https://github.com/wshaddix/dotnet-skills/tree/main/skills/dotnet-cli-release-pipeline
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wshaddix/dotnet-skills --skill dotnet-cli-release-pipeline-wshaddix

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex process of releasing .NET Command Line Interface (CLI) tools, ensuring consistent and automated distribution across multiple platforms and package managers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified CI/CD: Define a single GitHub Actions workflow to manage the entire release process from code commit to distribution.
  • Cross-Platform Builds: Automatically build and package your CLI tool for various Runtime Identifiers (RIDs) like linux-x64, osx-arm64, and win-x64.
  • Automated Publishing: Generates GitHub Releases with checksums and automatically creates pull requests to update Homebrew, winget, and Scoop manifests.
  • Use Case: After merging a new version of your .NET CLI tool to the main branch, this Skill will automatically build it for all target platforms, create a GitHub release with installers and checksums, and submit updates to Homebrew, winget, and Scoop so users can easily install the latest version.

Quick Start

Use the dotnet-cli-release-pipeline skill to create a GitHub Actions workflow that automatically releases your .NET CLI tool when a new Git tag is pushed.

Frequently Asked Questions about dotnet-cli-release-pipeline

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate .NET CLI releases to Homebrew, winget, and Scoop using GitHub Actions?▼

Automating .NET CLI releases involves configuring a GitHub Actions workflow to build cross-platform artifacts, generate GitHub releases with checksums, and submit automated pull requests to Homebrew, winget, and Scoop package managers.

What is the best way to trigger a cross-platform .NET CLI build and release pipeline?▼

Triggering a cross-platform .NET CLI build and release pipeline is best achieved by pushing a Git tag, which initiates GitHub Actions to package Runtime Identifiers like linux-x64, osx-arm64, and win-x64 while adhering to Semantic Versioning principles.

Does the .NET CLI release process support automated checksum generation for GitHub Releases?▼

The .NET CLI release process supports automated checksum generation, creating GitHub Releases that include packaged installers and checksum files to verify artifact integrity across different target platforms.

Can I use a single GitHub Actions workflow to distribute .NET CLI tools across multiple package managers?▼

You can use a single GitHub Actions workflow to distribute .NET CLI tools, streamlining the process of creating GitHub releases and automatically submitting manifest updates to Homebrew, winget, and Scoop.

How do I package .NET CLI tools for different operating systems in a CI/CD pipeline?▼

Packaging .NET CLI tools for different operating systems in a CI/CD pipeline requires building the project for various Runtime Identifiers (RIDs) such as linux-x64, osx-arm64, and win-x64 to ensure cross-platform compatibility.

Why do I need Semantic Versioning when automating .NET CLI tool releases?▼

Semantic Versioning is needed when automating .NET CLI tool releases because Git tags trigger the GitHub Actions pipeline, ensuring consistent version tracking across generated artifacts and package manager manifest updates.

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