release-openclaw-nightly

Automate Tideclaw/OpenClaw alpha and nightly release workflows with CI gating and forward-porting.

7|12|Updated Mar 10, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor --skill release-openclaw-nightly

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Skill: release-openclaw-nightly
Source: https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor/tree/main/.agents/skills/release-openclaw-nightly
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor --skill release-openclaw-nightly

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenClaw Tideclaw alpha/nightly release automation centralizes and standardizes the end-to-end process of creating, validating, and forwarding alpha builds, reducing manual toil and risk.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated alpha/nightly release workflow with isolated branches, local fixes, CI gating, and post-release forward-port to main.
Support for manual triggers (Discord/cron) and a robust policy for isolation, checks, and branch retention.
Release-branch repair, state tracking, and forward-port of reusable fixes to ensure main stays green and auditable.

Quick Start

Trigger the Tideclaw alpha/nightly release workflow on the Tideclaw host using the release-private configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-openclaw-nightly

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

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How do I automate OpenClaw alpha nightly release workflows?▼

Automate OpenClaw alpha nightly release workflows by triggering a centralized process that creates isolated branches, applies local fixes, runs CI gating, and forward-ports validated changes to main. This standardizes manual triggers and reduces release toil.

What is the best way to handle release-branch repair for nightly alpha builds?▼

Release-branch repair for nightly alpha builds is handled by applying local fixes on isolated branches, enforcing break-glass checks, and forward-porting reusable fixes to main. This ensures the main branch stays green and auditable.

Do I need a release-private repository to run Tideclaw nightly releases?▼

Yes, a release-private repository is required to run Tideclaw nightly releases. It loads private state to satisfy governance requirements, coordinating host paths, cron IDs, and Discord routing IDs while enforcing branch retention.

Can I trigger OpenClaw alpha releases manually using Discord or cron?▼

Yes, OpenClaw alpha releases can be triggered manually using Discord or cron. The automation workflow supports manual alpha triggers alongside beta preparation and post-release maintenance with robust CI gating.

How does CI gating work during OpenClaw nightly release automation?▼

CI gating during OpenClaw nightly release automation validates builds on isolated branches before any forward-port to main occurs. It enforces break-glass checks and branch retention policies to ensure only verified changes merge.