Integrating Claude Code with GitHub Actions for CI Optimization

steps

1. Install Claude Code SDK

   • Ensure the Claude Code SDK is installed on your machine.
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   pip install claude-code-sdk

2. Generate Claude Code API Key

   • Log into the Claude Code platform and create a new API key. Store this securely.

3. Prepare Your GitHub Repository

   • Navigate to Settings > Secrets and variables > Actions in your repository.
   • Create a new secret named CLAUDE_API_KEY and paste your API key.

4. Define a Workflow YAML in GitHub Actions

   • Add a new .github/workflows/claude-code.yml file to your repository with the following content:
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   name: Claude Code Integration
   
   on:
     pull_request:
       branches:
         - main
   
   jobs:
     run-claude:
       runs-on: ubuntu-latest
   
       steps:
         - name: Check out code
           uses: actions/checkout@v3
   
         - name: Set up Python
           uses: actions/setup-python@v4
           with:
             python-version: 3.8
   
         - name: Install Claude Code SDK
           run: pip install claude-code-sdk
   
         - name: Run Claude Code Feedback
           run: |
             claude-cli feedback --pr ${{ github.event.pull_request.number }}
           env:
             CLAUDE_API_KEY: ${{ secrets.CLAUDE_API_KEY }}

5. Commit and Push Changes

   • Save your changes, commit the file, and push it to your repository.
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   git add .github/workflows/claude-code.yml
   git commit -m "Add Claude Code workflow"
   git push origin main

steps

1. Open a Pull Request

   • Create a new branch, make a small code change, and open a pull request targeting the main branch.

2. Monitor GitHub Actions

   • Navigate to the "Actions" tab in your GitHub repository and inspect the workflows triggered by the pull request.

3. Review Claude Code Feedback

   • Check the comments on your PR. Claude Code should provide insights or error feedback if configured correctly.

4. Debug Issues

   • If the feedback is missing, verify the workflow logs for any errors related to SDK installation, missing environment variables, or incorrect API key usage.

5. Iterate as Needed

   • Adjust your YAML configurations or Claude Code settings based on observed behavior.