What is a GitHub Actions workflow file and where must it be placed?

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What is a GitHub Actions workflow file and where must it be placed?

Key points

  • Workflow files use YAML, not JSON or shell scripts
  • The .github/workflows/ directory is the required location
  • GitHub Actions workflows are triggered by repository events
  • Dockerfiles serve a different purpose in GitHub

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