Building Custom GitHub Actions
Develop custom GitHub Actions using JavaScript/TypeScript and Docker containers with action metadata, runner context, and marketplace publishing.
About this Course
Develop custom GitHub Actions using JavaScript/TypeScript and Docker containers with action metadata, runner context, and marketplace publishing. This DevOps & CI/CD curriculum is designed to give you hands-on experience and deep conceptual understanding.
Across 4 intensive modules, you'll tackle real-world challenges and build practical projects that reinforce your learning. By the end of this journey, you'll have the skills and proof of work to demonstrate your expertise.
What you'll learn
Master the core concepts of github actions architecture & action types.
Gain hands-on experience with developing javascript / typescript actions.
Understand the architecture behind building docker container actions.
Implement production-grade testing, versioning & publishing actions.
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GitHub Actions Architecture & Action Types
GitHub Actions Architecture & Action Types
Master the core concepts of github actions architecture & action types.
4 videos•119m
3 readings
4 topics
1 homework
Topics
1.1
Set up a Git-based workflow with Local and GitHub Actions
Workflow Engine Overview
60 minutes
1.2
Create a Custom GitHub Action
Action Types Comparison
30 minutes
1.3
Writing a Custom GitHub Actions Composite Action
action.yml Specification
8 minutes
1.4
PowerShell Input & Output
Input & Output Definitions
21 minutes
References
Week 1: GitHub Actions Architecture & Action Types
Week 2: Developing JavaScript / TypeScript Actions
Week 3: Building Docker Container Actions
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