Question 1

How to get the previous Git tag in GitHub Actions?

Accepted Answer

Use this action with a checkout step that sets fetch-depth: 0 to ensure full Git history, then configure inputs like fallback or pattern as needed. The README provides an example workflow for integration.

Question 2

WyriHaximus get previous tag vs using git commands directly in workflow?

Accepted Answer

This action simplifies tag retrieval with built-in fallback and pattern matching, reducing boilerplate code. However, for highly custom Git queries, direct commands might offer more flexibility at the cost of complexity.

Question 3

How to handle no tags found in GitHub Action workflow?

Accepted Answer

Specify a fallback tag in the action's inputs; the action will use it when no tags are found, though it still requires a .git directory to function, as per the README's limitations.

Question 4

Can I filter tags by pattern with this action?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use the pattern input with glob patterns like v* for version tags or custom formats; it defaults to * for all tags, but supports semver and other simple filters.

Question 5

How to use this action with semantic versioning tags?

Accepted Answer

Set the pattern input to something like v*[0-9].*[0-9].*[0-9] to match semver tags, and ensure your Git history includes those tags with proper checkout settings for reliable retrieval.

Question 6

What does the timestamp output represent and how to use it?

Accepted Answer

The timestamp is the UNIX epoch when the tag was created, or the action execution time if using a fallback; it's useful for ordering releases or integrating with time-based automation tools.

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