GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw)
Run AI agents in GitHub Actions workflows; v0.91.10 pre-release (Oct 13) defaults read-only workflows to no network.
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About GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw)
GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) is listed in our coding category and is aimed at builders. Run AI agents in GitHub Actions workflows; v0.91.10 pre-release (Oct 13) defaults read-only workflows to no network. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Pre-release. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-14.
What is GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw)?
GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) lets developers define AI-powered repository automation in Markdown with YAML frontmatter and run AI agents securely through GitHub Actions. GitHub sums it up as Actions plus agent plus safety.
It is a GitHub CLI extension with guides for creating workflows, installing it and packaging workflow repositories. Our listing notes that the v0.91.10 pre-release (Oct 13) defaults read-only workflows to no network access.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: github.github.com/gh-aw.
Who is GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) for?
Developers and teams on GitHub who want to automate repository chores with AI agents inside their existing Actions setup.
GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) at a glance
- Open source: Yes (MIT License)
- GitHub: github/gh-aw · 5,428 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Workflows written in Markdown with YAML frontmatter
- Runs agents through GitHub Actions
- GitHub CLI extension
- Safety defaults such as no network for read-only workflows
GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) FAQ
What is GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw)?
GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) lets developers define AI-powered repository automation in Markdown with YAML frontmatter and run AI agents securely through GitHub Actions. GitHub sums it up as Actions plus agent plus safety.
Who is GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) for?
Developers and teams on GitHub who want to automate repository chores with AI agents inside their existing Actions setup.
Is GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) free?
GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw)'s pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Open-source tools are free to use, though you may still pay for model API usage or a hosted plan. Check the official site for current plans.
Is GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) open source?
Yes. GitHub Agentic Workflows (gh-aw) is released under the MIT License, according to its GitHub repository.
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