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create-workflow

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Use when: scaffolding a new GitHub Actions CI/CD workflow, adding automation for tests, builds, releases, or security scans

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  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/OpenCTI-Platform/opencti/blob/HEAD/.github/skills/create-workflow/SKILL.md

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First, summarize what it does, its dependencies, license status if identifiable, and any risks. Show the exact files you propose to add under .agents/skills/create-workflow/. Do not write files or run scripts until I approve.

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Create GitHub Action Workflow

Prerequisites

  • Workflow Name: e.g., "Review Security Scans"
  • Trigger: e.g., pull_request, push
  • Job Steps: e.g., checkout, install deps, run scan

Procedure

Step 1 — Create Workflow File

Create a new file in .github/workflows/<workflow-name>.yml.

name: [Workflow Name]

on:
  [Trigger]:
    branches: [master]

jobs:
  build:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - uses: actions/checkout@v4
      - uses: actions/setup-node@v4
        with:
          node-version: 20
          cache: 'yarn'
      - run: corepack enable
      - run: yarn install --immutable
      - name: Run Scan
        run: [Command]

Step 2 — Verify Job Dependencies

Ensure any required secrets or environment variables are available.

Step 3 — Commit

Commit with format: [CI] Add <workflow-name> workflow (#<issue-number>)