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Getting Started with GitHub Actions: A Beginner's Guide to Automation

Why Use GitHub Actions?

GitHub Actions makes it easy to automate repetitive tasks like testing code, building applications, or even deploying to production. It's like having a personal assistant for your repositories!

What We'll Cover

  1. Setting up your first GitHub Actions workflow.
  2. Automating tasks for better productivity.
  3. Basic troubleshooting tips.

Step 1: Create Your First Workflow

Start with a pre-built template or write your own workflow YAML file.

name: First Workflow

on:
  push:
    branches:
      - main

jobs:
  example-job:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout code
        uses: actions/checkout@v4

      - name: Say hello
        run: echo "Hello, GitHub Actions!"
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