Run GitHub Actions Locally with act Tool

act is a tool that allows developers to run their GitHub Actions locally, providing a streamlined way to test changes without needing to commit and push code. This approach offers two main advantages: Fast Feedback and Local Task Runner.

Key features:

• Fast Feedback - Test changes to your .github/workflows/ files locally without committing.
• Local Task Runner - Use GitHub Actions to replace repetitive tasks typically handled by a Makefile.
• Integration with VS Code - Manage and run act directly from the Visual Studio Code editor.
• Docker API Usage - Utilizes Docker to pull or build necessary images based on workflow definitions.
• Execution Path Determination - Automatically determines the execution path based on defined dependencies.

To get started, users can clone the repository, install the necessary Go tools, and follow the user guide for detailed instructions. Contributions are welcome, and guidelines are provided for those interested in getting involved.