What is the GITHUB_TOKEN in GitHub Actions and what are its permission scopes?

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What is the GITHUB_TOKEN in GitHub Actions and what are its permission scopes?

Key points

  • GITHUB_TOKEN is specific to each workflow run
  • It provides fine-grained permissions for API interactions
  • Token expires after workflow completion
  • Ensures security by limiting token lifespan

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