github-workflows

Read live GitHub Actions syntax and monitor workflow runs via ci_monitor.cjs.

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Skill: github-workflows
Source: https://github.com/open-gsd/gsd-pi/tree/main/src/resources/skills/github-workflows
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/open-gsd/gsd-pi --skill github-workflows-open-gsd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Read live GitHub Actions syntax, monitor workflow runs, and debug failures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read live GitHub Actions syntax and guide workflow implementation for real-time reference.
  • Monitor and debug workflow runs with the ci_monitor.cjs wrapper to ensure observable outputs.
  • Use when writing, running, or debugging GitHub Actions workflows to keep implementations aligned with live references.

Quick Start

Run node scripts/ci_monitor.cjs <command> to observe a workflow in real time.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-workflows

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

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How do I debug GitHub Actions workflow failures?

You can debug GitHub Actions workflow failures by running the ci_monitor.cjs wrapper tool to monitor workflow runs in real time. This approach routes operations through the wrapper to ensure observable outputs instead of invoking gh directly, helping you identify and resolve pipeline issues.

What is the best way to write GitHub Actions workflows with live syntax reference?

The best way to write GitHub Actions workflows is by reading live GitHub Actions syntax to guide your implementation. This approach keeps your workflow configurations aligned with real-time references, ensuring your CI/CD automation uses current syntax.

Do I need Node.js to monitor GitHub Actions workflow runs?

Yes, you need Node.js to monitor GitHub Actions workflow runs. The process requires Node.js and uses the scripts/ci_monitor.cjs entry point to observe workflows, routing all debugging operations through this tool instead of invoking gh directly.

How does the ci_monitor.cjs tool work with GitHub Actions?

The ci_monitor.cjs tool works with GitHub Actions by serving as a wrapper that monitors workflow runs and debugs failures. You run node scripts/ci_monitor.cjs <command> to observe a workflow in real time, ensuring all operations produce observable outputs.

Can I use gh directly instead of the ci_monitor.cjs wrapper for debugging workflows?

No, for this debugging approach all operations are routed through the ci_monitor.cjs wrapper instead of invoking gh directly. This routing ensures observable outputs when you monitor and debug GitHub Actions workflow runs.

When do I need to read live GitHub Actions syntax?

You need to read live GitHub Actions syntax when writing, running, or debugging GitHub Actions workflows. Reading live syntax provides real-time reference to guide implementation and keeps your CI/CD automation configurations aligned with current documentation.