If you see Path exists: false , you know your working directory is wrong. Add working-directory: ./app to your step.
In the realm of software development, speed and efficiency are paramount. As developers, we're constantly seeking ways to streamline our workflows, reduce redundant tasks, and get our code to market faster. One often-overlooked yet powerful tool in achieving this goal is the Debug Action Cache. In this write-up, we'll explore the ins and outs of Debug Action Cache, its benefits, and how it can revolutionize your development process.
Sometimes a cache restores successfully but contains the wrong files. How to inspect its contents without fully running a job? Two methods:
Search the logs for: Cache restored from key: . Copy that key. debug-action-cache
Why would you need to debug? Here are the top five disasters debug-action-cache helps you solve:
Title: Abstract
Set ACTIONS_STEP_DEBUG to true to increase the verbosity of the step-by-step runner logs. If you see Path exists: false , you
The most effective way to debug action caches is by comparing execution logs between two builds 2.2.3 .
A common culprit for cache misses is the environment. If your build script pulls in a timestamp, a random seed, or a local file path (e.g., /Users/john/project vs /Users/jane/project ), the cache will treat them as different actions. 3. Verbose Logging
: At the end of a successful job, the runner checks if a cache with the exact key already exists in storage. If the key is new, the runner packages the target directory and uploads it to the cloud storage backend. The Immutable Cache Rule As developers, we're constantly seeking ways to streamline
Step-by-Step Guide to Executing a debug-action-cache Workflow
Click the trash can icon () on the right side of the row to purge it permanently. Method B: Using the GitHub CLI ( gh )