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GitHub Agentic Workflows

Lets developers write AI-powered automations for GitHub projects in plain Markdown and run them safely.

New this week

What it does

GitHub Agentic Workflows lets you describe automated jobs for a GitHub repository (a project's code home) in Markdown, a simple text format. It turns them into GitHub Actions, GitHub's built-in automation service, and runs an AI agent to do the work.

It is meant for tasks that need judgement: sorting new issues, reviewing pull requests, investigating failed tests, keeping documentation up to date or writing project reports. It adds to normal automation rather than replacing it.

It can use GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Google Gemini or Pi. Agents can only read by default and run in a sandbox; any changes go through checked steps with limited permissions.

Who it's for

Developers and teams who manage projects on GitHub and want AI help with routine upkeep.

Can I use it without coding?

Developers only. It is a command-line extension for GitHub and needs familiarity with repositories and Actions. New to this? Start here.

Can I run it?

Cost
Free, but needs an AI accountThe software is free, but it uses an online AI service (like OpenAI or Anthropic), which usually charges for use.
Runs on
Cloud
Computer
An ordinary computer is fine
Privacy
Sends what you give it to an online service
API key
Needed. An API key is a password-like code from an online AI service. What's that?

Try it

  1. Install the GitHub command-line tool and add the Agentic Workflows extension to it.
  2. Follow the quick-start guide to pick an AI engine and add a sample workflow to your repository.
  3. Let it run through GitHub Actions and review what the agent produces.

Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?

Before you install

  • Only download from the official GitHub page. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
  • License (MIT): Very permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
  • Keep your API key private. Never paste it into websites or share it, and set a spending limit with the AI service.
  • What you type or upload is sent to an online service. Avoid sharing private or sensitive information.
  • More on staying safe