This repository is used to store generic GitHub Actions workflows that can be reused by multiple repositories across the organization.
GitHub allows workflows to be reused across repositories through the workflow_call feature.
This means that instead of duplicating workflow definitions in every repository, you can define them once in a central place and then reference them when needed.
Repositories within the organization can invoke these centralized workflows, passing input parameters to customize their behavior depending on their specific needs.
The workflows stored here are designed to be flexible and parameterized.
For instance, some workflows expect inputs such as the namespace a project belongs to, enabling the same workflow to adapt dynamically depending on where it is used.
- Centralization: All reusable workflows are maintained in a single repository, simplifying updates and governance.
- Consistency: Ensures all projects adhere to the same automation standards and best practices.
- Scalability: New repositories can easily adopt existing workflows without creating them from scratch.
- Flexibility: Input parameters allow workflows to adapt their behavior based on the calling repository's context.