upload-release-asset
A GitHub Action to upload assets to GitHub Releases via the GitHub Release API.
What is upload-release-asset?
actions/upload-release-asset is a GitHub Action that uploads files as assets to GitHub Releases. It solves the problem of automating the distribution of build artifacts, binaries, or documentation by integrating release asset uploads directly into CI/CD workflows. The action uses the official GitHub Release API to ensure reliable and consistent uploads.
Developers and DevOps engineers using GitHub Actions for CI/CD who need to automate the process of attaching files to GitHub Releases as part of their release pipelines.
Developers choose this action because it provides a standardized, maintained way to upload release assets within GitHub Actions workflows, eliminating the need for custom API calls. It integrates seamlessly with other GitHub release actions and follows GitHub's official patterns for action development.
Overview
An Action to upload a release asset via the GitHub Release API
Use Cases
Best For
- Automating binary distribution with GitHub Releases
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