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GitHub Actions - Getting Started

May 7, 2023

GitHub Actions is a powerful tool for iOS developers to automate workflows, build, test, and deploy code, and collaborate with teams. With pre-built actions and customizable workflows, GitHub Actions can help improve productivity and efficiency for iOS development on the GitHub platform.

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GitHub Actions - Getting Started

GitHub Actions is a powerful tool that allows developers to automate workflows and streamline their development process. With GitHub Actions, developers can build, test, and deploy their code directly from GitHub, making it easier than ever to manage their projects.

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GitHub Actions provides a wide range of pre-built actions that can be easily integrated into workflows, or developers can create custom actions to meet their specific needs. These actions can be triggered by events such as a push to a repository, a pull request, or a scheduled time.

One of the key benefits of GitHub Actions is the ability to create custom workflows that automate repetitive tasks, such as running tests or deploying code. This can save developers a significant amount of time and help ensure that their code is always up-to-date and running smoothly.

In addition to its automation capabilities, GitHub Actions also provides powerful collaboration features. Teams can collaborate on workflows, review code changes, and automate the deployment process, all within the same platform.

name: Build App

on:
   pull_request:
      branches: [main]

jobs:
   build-app:
      runs-on: macos-latest
      steps:
         - actions/checkout@v3
         - my-custom-actions/setup-fastlane@v1
         - run: fastlane beta

Overall, GitHub Actions is an incredibly powerful tool that can help developers streamline their development process and improve collaboration within their teams. With its wide range of pre-built actions and configurability, GitHub Actions is a must-have tool for any developer looking to improve their workflows and automate when using the GitHub Platform.

GitHub Actions Series:
  1. Getting Started
  2. Basics of Modularisation
  3. Custom Actions
  4. Reusable Workflows
  5. Local Actions
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