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Passing GitHub Actions workflow step output to JavaScript

13 · Nicholas C. Zakas · Feb. 21, 2025, 7 p.m.

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Summary

This post explains how to access data from a previous step in a GitHub Actions workflow using JavaScript, making it easier for developers to utilize workflow outputs in their automation scripts.

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