Prompt
Workflow Syntax
Recall:
Understand triggers, jobs, steps, runners and dependencies.
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Prompt
Contexts
Recall:
Use github, env, vars, secrets, needs, matrix and runner data correctly.
Prompt
Expressions
Recall:
Apply conditions, functions and status checks predictably.
Prompt
Secrets and Variables
Recall:
Separate configuration from sensitive values and scope access tightly.
Prompt
Artifacts
Recall:
Publish build outputs and transfer evidence between jobs.
Prompt
Caching
Recall:
Accelerate dependencies without treating cache as a deployment artifact.
Prompt
Matrix Builds
Recall:
Test multiple versions and platforms efficiently.
Prompt
Reusable Workflows
Recall:
Centralise governed workflow logic across repositories.
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Composite Actions
Recall:
Package repeated step logic without creating a full reusable workflow.
Prompt
OIDC Federation
Recall:
Use short-lived cloud credentials instead of stored secrets.
Prompt
Environments and Deployments
Recall:
Use protected environments, approvals and concurrency for controlled releases.