review-github-actions

Review GitHub Actions workflows to enforce Makefile delegation and DRY CI patterns.

1|Updated Jan 25, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/datastx/Feather-Flow --skill review-github-actions
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Skill: review-github-actions
Source: https://github.com/datastx/Feather-Flow/tree/main/.claude/skills/review-github-actions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/datastx/Feather-Flow --skill review-github-actions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reviews GitHub Actions workflow files to enforce Makefile delegation and DRY CI patterns, improving maintainability and consistency across pipelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Makefile delegation: ensure all run commands invoke Makefile targets.
  • Caching and matrix validation: enforce caching strategies and matrix usage, while avoiding Windows targets.
  • Security and permissions: verify minimal permissions, secret handling, and secure workflow practices.

Quick Start

Run the review against the repository's .github/workflows directory to identify DRY/Makefile violations and generate a remediation report.

Frequently Asked Questions about review-github-actions

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

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How do I review GitHub Actions workflows to enforce Makefile delegation?

To review GitHub Actions workflows for Makefile delegation, run this review against the repository's .github/workflows directory to identify DRY violations and ensure all run commands invoke Makefile targets. It generates a remediation report for necessary fixes.

What are DRY CI patterns in GitHub Actions and how do they improve maintainability?

DRY CI patterns in GitHub Actions improve maintainability by ensuring workflow steps invoke Makefile targets, use caching strategies and matrix validation, and maintain minimal permissions. This enforces a clear, secure structure across pipelines.

Can I use this review to check GitHub Actions security and permissions?

Yes, you can use this review to check GitHub Actions security by verifying minimal permissions, evaluating secret handling, and validating the use of pinned action versions. It enforces secure workflow practices across your CI pipelines.

What's the best way to validate caching and matrix strategies in GitHub Actions?

The best way to validate caching and matrix strategies in GitHub Actions is to run a review that enforces caching usage and matrix validation while avoiding Windows targets. This ensures consistent and DRY CI patterns across repositories.

Does this GitHub Actions review work without any external dependencies?

Yes, this GitHub Actions review works without external dependencies. It directly analyzes your workflow files to enforce DRY patterns, Makefile delegation, and security practices, providing a remediation report without requiring additional components.