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github-workflows

Monitor GitHub Actions workflow runs and debug failures with helper scripts.

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Search Tags:#automation#devops#monitoring#github-actions#ci-cd#workflow-debugging
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gsd-build/gsd-2 --skill github-workflows-gsd-build
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-workflows
Source: https://github.com/gsd-build/gsd-2/tree/main/src/resources/skills/github-workflows
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gsd-build/gsd-2 --skill github-workflows-gsd-build

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires typer>=0.21.0, PyGithub>=2.1.1, and includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

GitHub Actions workflows are central to CI/CD but require live references and debugging tools. This Skill provides live syntax guidance, run monitoring, and failure diagnostics to streamline development and troubleshooting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read live GitHub Actions syntax from official docs and monitor runs in real time.
  • Debug failures with guided commands and deterministic task execution through helper scripts.
  • Use across repositories to speed up CI workflow development and maintenance.

Quick Start

Run node scripts/ci_monitor.cjs <command> to monitor a GitHub Actions workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-workflows

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I debug failing GitHub Actions workflows?▼

Monitor GitHub Actions workflow runs in real time using the ci_monitor script, which tracks CI/CD pipeline execution across repositories and reports live status updates for active runs.

Can I check GitHub Actions syntax against live official documentation?▼

Check GitHub Actions syntax against live official documentation references, which provide current YAML workflow structure validation and guidance for authoring CI/CD pipelines correctly.

Do I need GitHub credentials to monitor CI/CD workflow runs?▼

You need GitHub repository access and credentials to monitor CI/CD workflow runs, as the tool relies on PyGithub to interact with live Actions data across repositories, teams, and environments.

What is the best way to monitor GitHub Actions runs across multiple repositories?▼

Monitor GitHub Actions runs across multiple repositories by running the ci_monitor helper script, which automates interaction with GitHub Actions workflows and tracks live CI/CD status centrally.

Why is my GitHub Actions workflow not working and how do I troubleshoot it?▼

Troubleshoot GitHub Actions workflow failures using guided failure diagnostics and deterministic helper scripts that analyze run data to pinpoint syntax errors, failed steps, and CI pipeline issues.

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