The question is formulated as: In which file do you define the steps to execute in your GitHub Action? Notice the last words GitHub Action. The product is named GitHub Actions, not GitHub Action. The question should be: In which file do you define the steps to execute in your GitHub Actions workflow? Notice that if the word workflow doesn’t appear in the question then the answer may not be correct. For example, an action of type composite also define steps, but it uses an action.yml file.

Actually, "GitHub Action" is a valid term - as a matter of fact, it's used frequently in Microsoft Learn documentation - e.g. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/devops/create-dotnet-github-action Admittedly though, in this case Actions would probably work a bit better If the above response helps answer your question, remember to "Accept Answer" so that others in the community facing similar issues can easily find the solution. Your contribution is highly appreciated. hth Marcin

Actually GitHub "Action" is a valid term - it's used numerous times throughout Microsoft documentation - e.g. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/devops/create-dotnet-github-action Admittedly though, in this case Actions would probably work a bit better If the above response helps answer your question, remember to "Accept Answer" so that others in the community facing similar issues can easily find the solution. Your contribution is highly appreciated. hth Marcin

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Marcin Policht 17,850 Reputation points MVP

2024-07-13T11:51:51.8366667+00:00

Actually, "GitHub Action" is a valid term - as a matter of fact, it's used frequently in Microsoft Learn documentation - e.g. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/devops/create-dotnet-github-action

Admittedly though, in this case Actions would probably work a bit better

If the above response helps answer your question, remember to "Accept Answer" so that others in the community facing similar issues can easily find the solution. Your contribution is highly appreciated.

hth

Marcin
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Carlos Quintero 120 Reputation points

2024-07-13T15:15:38.0566667+00:00

If you use "action" or "Action" in singular in the question, then you are referring to the "action" concept of GitHub Actions, and the answer to:

In which file do you define the steps to execute in your GitHub Action?

cannot be:

In a workflow.yml (YAML) file

because the steps of an action (which must be a composite action) are not defined in a workflow.yml file but in an action.yml file.

Therefore, the word "workflow" is missing in the question for that to be the correct answer.

Marcin Policht 17,850 Reputation points MVP

2024-07-13T15:20:08.1666667+00:00

I do agree - the question as currently formed, is, at best ambiguous. I was simply pointing out that the term "Action" is a valid one - just not particularly suitable in this context.

If the above response helps answer your question, remember to "Accept Answer" so that others in the community facing similar issues can easily find the solution. Your contribution is highly appreciated.

hth

Marcin

kguntaka 2,030 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-07-16T02:35:10.1133333+00:00

Hello Carlos Quintero,

I wanted to check if you had the chance to review the information that was provided by Marcin Policht. Please feel free to contact us if you have any more queries. If the information is helpful, please accept the answer by clicking the "Upvote" and "Accept Answer" on the post.

Carlos Quintero 120 Reputation points

2024-07-16T02:51:03.93+00:00

Hello @kguntaka no, I still think that the question should be rephrased as I suggested.

kguntaka 2,030 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-07-16T03:42:34.72+00:00

Sure Carlos Quintero. We will forward your input to our internal staff and make every effort to provide our end users with high-quality training. You can offer comments or feedback in the interim by using the feedback feature found under each training module or unit.

kguntaka 2,030 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-07-17T02:43:42.9333333+00:00

Hello Carlos Quintero

We have taken note of your recommendation and forwarded it to our internal staff for examination. It will take some time for this update to show up in our final documentation procedure. Continue reading and enjoy MS Learning in the interim. If the information I provided is accurate, kindly accept the response. In order for other community members to be helpful and encouraging.

kguntaka 2,030 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-07-17T11:14:12.2666667+00:00

@Carlos Quintero,

We're delighted to hear that your issue has been resolved. If you encounter any further challenges, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us, and we'll be more than happy to provide additional assistance.
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