Automatically scan your codebase to generate optimized GitHub Actions CI/CD workflows without manual configuration.
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1. ClawHub CLI
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npx clawhub@latest install ci-gen
2. Manual Installation
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3. Prompt Installation
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What is ci-gen CI/CD Workflow Generator?
The ci-gen skill is a powerful automation tool designed to bridge the gap between development and deployment. By analyzing your project's structure, dependencies, and configuration files, it automatically crafts production-ready GitHub Actions workflows. This tool is part of the broader Openclaw Skills ecosystem, aimed at streamlining developer workflows by eliminating the manual trial-and-error often associated with YAML configuration.
Whether you are working with Node.js, Python, or Docker, this skill detects your stack and implements best practices like caching for faster runs and branch-specific logic. It simplifies the transition to automated pipelines, making it an indispensable part of any modern development toolkit.
ci-gen CI/CD Workflow Generator Use Cases
- Bootstrapping CI/CD pipelines for new repositories.
- Migrating legacy build systems to GitHub Actions.
- Standardizing workflow configurations across multiple organizational projects.
- Learning GitHub Actions syntax through practical, project-specific examples.
How ci-gen CI/CD Workflow Generator Works
- Scan the target directory using glob patterns to identify key files like package.json, requirements.txt, or Dockerfiles.
- Analyze the detected tech stack to determine the appropriate build, test, and linting steps.
- Generate a structured YAML workflow file optimized for GitHub Actions.
- Configure advanced logic including dependency caching and deployment triggers.
- Output the finalized workflow for immediate integration into the project.
ci-gen CI/CD Workflow Generator Setup
To get started with this tool from the Openclaw Skills collection, you only need Node.js 18 or higher installed on your system. There is no permanent installation required. Run the generator directly using npx:
npx ai-ci ./your-project-path
To see all available options including deployment flags:
npx ai-ci --help
ci-gen CI/CD Workflow Generator Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes its output by creating or modifying files within the standard GitHub configuration directory. It uses the following taxonomy:
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| .github/workflows/*.yml | The primary generated workflow files for CI/CD tasks. |
| Stack Detection | Metadata derived from package.json, requirements.txt, or Dockerfile. |
| Secrets Reference | Automated placeholders for GitHub Secrets required for deployment. |
ci-gen CI/CD Workflow Generator Advanced Features
- Automatic detection of various frontend and backend frameworks.
- Integrated deployment support for platforms like Vercel.
- Smart caching mechanisms for package managers to significantly reduce build times.
- Separation of concerns between Pull Request validation and Main branch deployment logic.
- Support for multi-project analysis within monorepos as part of the Openclaw Skills suite.
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