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Summary

Wrapping up CI/CD with GitHub Actions​

This guide provided a beginner-friendly introduction to CI/CD using GitHub Actions.
We explored the concepts, created a workflow step by step, and tested it using a practical example with the Lychee Broken Link Checker.

What I learned​

  • Breaking down complexity: Writing for beginners forced me to simplify technical jargon and make each step crystal clear.
  • Real-world testing matters: Running the workflow myself helped me catch and explain errors that a beginner might face.
  • Documentation is a skill: I learned how to organize a project into logical sections that build on each other and keep readers engaged.

Key takeaways​

At the end of this guide, you should have a solid understanding of:

  • How GitHub Actions workflows are structured.
  • How to run and customize an action.
  • How to use workflow outputs to automate follow-up steps (like creating GitHub issues).

Next steps​

Here are a few directions to explore next:

  • Explore More Actions: Browse the GitHub Actions Marketplace to find actions for testing, deployment, security scanning, and more.
  • Advanced Workflow Features: Learn about matrix builds, job dependencies, caching, and environment secrets.
  • CI/CD for Your Projects: Try applying these workflows to your personal projects — for example, running tests automatically on pull requests or deploying a static site to GitHub Pages.

With practice, you’ll build confidence in automating your development workflow and shipping faster with fewer errors.