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Automating Workflows with GitHub Actions
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Automating Workflows with GitHub Actions

by Priscila Heller
November 2021
Beginner to intermediate
216 pages
3h 51m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

In "Automating Workflows with GitHub Actions", you will discover a practical guide to mastering the GitHub Actions platform to automate and enhance your software development workflows. Through hands-on examples and clear explanations, this book empowers you to integrate continuous integration and delivery features directly into your code repositories.

What this Book will help me do

  • Master GitHub Actions YAML syntax for defining sophisticated workflows.
  • Develop and deploy custom GitHub Actions using JavaScript and Docker.
  • Set up self-hosted runners for greater customization of your CI/CD pipelines.
  • Migrate workflows from other platforms like Travis CI and GitLab to GitHub Actions.
  • Publish and manage actions on the GitHub Marketplace for community sharing.

Author(s)

None Heller is an experienced software engineer with a strong focus on DevOps methodologies and automation. With years of working with platforms like GitHub and developing efficient CI/CD pipelines, None offers a wealth of knowledge to help developers and teams streamline their workflows. Known for breaking down complex concepts into approachable lessons, None aims to empower readers to confidently adopt and adapt new technologies.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for software developers and DevOps engineers interested in automating their workflows with GitHub Actions. Whether you are a novice eager to learn GitHub Actions basics or a professional aiming to replace existing CI/CD systems, this guide is tailored to your needs. Minimal existing GitHub knowledge is required, making it accessible while providing advanced insights for experienced practitioners.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781800560406