How can I enable debug logging in the GitHub Action?

Add the '--debug' flag inside the 'claude_args' input in your workflow YAML file.

What is the difference between action inputs and CLI flags?

Action inputs are native YAML parameters defined by the action (like trigger_phrase), while CLI flags are specific to the Claude binary and must be wrapped inside the 'claude_args' string.

How do I restrict what tools Claude can run in a workflow?

Use the '--allowedTools' flag within 'claude_args' to specify patterns, such as 'Bash(npm run *)' to limit execution to specific scripts.

Which authentication method is preferred for the Action?

The 'claude_code_oauth_token' is preferred over the standard API key for better integration with GitHub-specific Claude features.

Why are my model settings being ignored in the GitHub Action?

Model settings must be passed via the 'claude_args' input as '--model [model-name]', rather than as a direct YAML input key under the 'with' section.

GitHub Action Configurator

Name: GitHub Action Configurator
Author: firstloophq

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Deployment & DevOps

Configures and troubleshoots the official Claude Code GitHub Action to ensure seamless AI-driven CI/CD workflows.

About

This skill provides comprehensive guidance on properly setting up the anthropics/claude-code-action, specifically addressing the common pitfall of misconfiguring direct action inputs versus CLI flags. It offers a standardized reference for authentication, triggers, and permissions, along with practical examples for passing complex arguments like model selection and tool permissions through the claude_args parameter. It is an essential resource for developers looking to automate code reviews, issue management, and autonomous coding tasks within their GitHub environment while avoiding common execution warnings.

Key Features

Includes troubleshooting steps for common 'Input not defined' warnings
0 GitHub stars
Explains complex pattern matching for the --allowedTools security flag
Provides ready-to-use YAML templates for issue, PR, and comment triggers
Differentiates between Action inputs and CLI flags to prevent configuration errors
Details all supported authentication methods including OAuth and API keys

Use Cases

Restricting specific shell command permissions for Claude within a repository
Setting up an autonomous AI agent to resolve GitHub Issues and PR comments
Migrating local Claude Code CLI configurations into a shared CI/CD pipeline

About

Key Features

Includes troubleshooting steps for common 'Input not defined' warnings
0 GitHub stars
Explains complex pattern matching for the --allowedTools security flag
Provides ready-to-use YAML templates for issue, PR, and comment triggers
Differentiates between Action inputs and CLI flags to prevent configuration errors
Details all supported authentication methods including OAuth and API keys

Use Cases

Restricting specific shell command permissions for Claude within a repository
Setting up an autonomous AI agent to resolve GitHub Issues and PR comments
Migrating local Claude Code CLI configurations into a shared CI/CD pipeline