[TECH ED] GitHub Actions

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Introduction

In this advanced module, we will delve into the world of GitHub Actions, a powerful tool for automating your software development workflows. By the end of this module, you will have successfully set up a GitHub Actions workflow to deploy your CYF Hotel frontend to an S3 bucket. This will not only save you time but also ensure that your deployments are consistent and reliable.

Why GitHub Actions?

GitHub Actions is a game-changer for developers and teams. It allows you to automate your workflows, from building and testing to deploying and monitoring your applications. With GitHub Actions, you can create custom workflows that fit your specific needs, making it an essential tool for any software development project.

Setup GitHub Actions for CYF Hotel Frontend Deployments to S3

To get started, you will need to create a new YAML file in your CYF Hotel repository under the .github/workflows directory. Name it something relevant, like frontend-s3-deploy.yml.

Create GitHub Actions Workflow File

In your CYF Hotel repository, create a new YAML file under the .github/workflows directory. Name it something relevant, like frontend-s3-deploy.yml.

name: Frontend S3 Deployment

on:
  push:
    branches:
      - main

jobs:
  deploy:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout code
        uses: actions/checkout@v2

      - name: Install AWS CLI
        run: |
          curl "https://awscli.amazonaws.com/awscli-bundle.zip" -o "awscli-bundle.zip"
          unzip awscli-bundle.zip
          sudo ./awscli-bundle/install -i /usr/local/aws -b /usr/local/bin/aws

      - name: Configure AWS credentials
        run: |
          echo "${AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID}" > ~/.aws/credentials
          echo "${AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY}" >> ~/.aws/credentials

      - name: Sync build folder to S3 bucket
        run: |
          aws s3 sync build/ s3://your-bucket-name/

Configure AWS Credentials

Utilize GitHub Secrets to securely store your AWS credentials. These secrets will be used in the GitHub Actions workflow to authenticate against AWS.

name: Frontend S3 Deployment

on:
  push:
    branches:
      - main

jobs:
  deploy:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout code
        uses: actions/checkout@v2

      - name: Install AWS CLI
        run: |
          curl "https://awscli.amazonaws.com/awscli-bundle.zip" -o "awscli-bundle.zip"
          unzip awscli-bundle.zip
          sudo ./awscli-bundle/install -i /usr/local/aws -b /usr/local/bin/aws

      - name: Configure AWS credentials
        run: |
          echo "${AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID}" > ~/.aws/credentials
          echo "${AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY}" >> ~/.aws/credentials

      - name: Sync build folder to S3 bucket
        run: |
          aws s3 sync build/ s3://your-bucket-name/

Write S Deployment Steps

In the YAML file, define the steps to install AWS CLI, configure AWS credentials, and sync your build folder to your S3 bucket.

name: Frontend S3 Deployment

on:
  push:
    branches:
      - main

jobs:
  deploy:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout code
        uses: actions/checkout@v2

      - name: Install AWS CLI
        run: |
          curl "https://awscli.amazonaws.com/awscli-bundle.zip" -o "awscli-bundle.zip"
          unzip awscli-bundle.zip
          sudo ./awscli-bundle/install -i /usr/local/aws -b /usr/local/bin/aws

      - name: Configure AWS credentials
        run: |
          echo "${AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID}" > ~/.aws/credentials
          echo "${AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY}" >> ~/.aws/credentials

      - name: Sync build folder to S3 bucket
        run: |
          aws s3 sync build/ s3://your-bucket-name/

Test the Workflow

Push a change to your repository or manually run the workflow from the GitHub Actions tab to verify that the S3 deployment works as expected.

Conclusion

In this module, you have successfully set up a GitHub Actions workflow to deploy your CYF Hotel frontend to an S3 bucket. This is just the beginning of your journey with GitHub Actions. With this powerful tool, you can automate your workflows, streamline your development process, and focus on building amazing applications.

Maximum Time in Hours

2 hours

How to Get Help

Ask calm, curious questions with links, code samples, and no screenshots.

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How to Submit

Q: What is GitHub Actions?

A: GitHub Actions is a powerful tool for automating your software development workflows. It allows you to create custom workflows that fit your specific needs, making it an essential tool for any software development project.

Q: What are the benefits of using GitHub Actions?

A: The benefits of using GitHub Actions include:

  • Automating your workflows, from building and testing to deploying and monitoring your applications
  • Creating custom workflows that fit your specific needs
  • Streamlining your development process
  • Focusing on building amazing applications

Q: How do I get started with GitHub Actions?

A: To get started with GitHub Actions, you will need to:

  • Create a new YAML file in your repository under the .github/workflows directory
  • Name the file something relevant, like frontend-s3-deploy.yml
  • Define the steps to install AWS CLI, configure AWS credentials, and sync your build folder to your S3 bucket

Q: What are GitHub Secrets?

A: GitHub Secrets are a way to securely store sensitive information, such as AWS credentials, in your repository. These secrets can be used in your GitHub Actions workflow to authenticate against AWS.

Q: How do I configure AWS credentials in GitHub Actions?

A: To configure AWS credentials in GitHub Actions, you will need to:

  • Create a new secret in your repository, called AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID
  • Create another new secret in your repository, called AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY
  • Use these secrets in your GitHub Actions workflow to authenticate against AWS

Q: What is the difference between a GitHub Actions workflow and a GitHub Actions job?

A: A GitHub Actions workflow is a series of steps that are executed in a specific order. A GitHub Actions job is a single step in a workflow. For example, a workflow might have two jobs: one to build the application and another to deploy it to S3.

Q: How do I test my GitHub Actions workflow?

A: To test your GitHub Actions workflow, you will need to:

  • Push a change to your repository
  • Manually run the workflow from the GitHub Actions tab
  • Verify that the S3 deployment works as expected

Q: What are some common issues with GitHub Actions?

A: Some common issues with GitHub Actions include:

  • Authentication errors
  • Workflow failures
  • S3 deployment issues

Q: How do I troubleshoot issues with GitHub Actions?

A: To troubleshoot issues with GitHub Actions, you will need to:

  • Check the GitHub Actions logs for errors
  • Verify that your AWS credentials are correct
  • Check the S3 bucket for deployment issues

Q: Can I use GitHub Actions with other tools and services?

A: Yes, you can use GitHub Actions with other tools and services, such as AWS Lambda, AWS API Gateway, and more.

Q: Is GitHub Actions free?

A: Yes, GitHub Actions is free for public repositories. For private repositories, you will need to pay for the number of minutes your workflow runs.

Q: How do I get help with Actions?

A: You can get help with GitHub Actions by:

  • Checking the GitHub Actions documentation
  • Asking calm, curious questions with links, code samples, and no screenshots
  • Reaching out to the GitHub Actions community for support