GitHub Actions CI/CD Workflow Fails After Changes
Your GitHub Actions workflow stopped running successfully after Cursor made changes to the workflow YAML file. Build or deployment steps are now failing, blocking merges.
The YAML syntax or workflow logic was likely corrupted during refactoring.
Error Messages You Might See
Common Causes
- YAML indentation broken, causing parse errors
- Job dependency syntax changed incorrectly (needs: vs requires)
- Step names or condition syntax invalid
- Environment variables reference broken or removed
- Docker image or action version no longer exists
How to Fix It
Validate YAML syntax with yamllint .github/workflows/*.yml. Check action versions exist on GitHub Marketplace. Ensure proper indentation (2 spaces). Test workflow locally with act tool. Review workflow logs for specific step failure.
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
How do I debug GitHub Actions?
Check Actions tab in GitHub for workflow logs. Enable debug logging: set ACTIONS_RUNNER_DEBUG=true as secret.
How do I run workflow locally?
Use 'act' tool: brew install act, then act in repo directory.