Implement Real-Time Log Retrieval to Analyze Workflow Logs

[dkargatzis]

Objective

Enhance the log retrieval logic, which currently analyzes logs post-workflow using GitHub API to download and parse log files. The goal is to enable real-time log retrieval and analysis, significantly improving the speed and efficiency of identifying errors and suggesting fixes through auto-generated pull requests, thereby enhancing the efficiency of our CI/CD pipeline.

Background

The existing GitHub Action is triggered by post-workflows upon the primary workflow's completion because logs are accessible only after the workflow concludes. Implementing a real-time log retrieval system will streamline the error identification and fixing process, offering immediate insights and actions.

Proposed Solution

Explore and potentially implement a real-time log collection system akin to Logstash that integrates seamlessly with GitHub Actions. This system would allow for the collection and analysis of logs as the workflow runs, enabling quicker error detection and faster deployment of corrective measures.

Implementation Details

Research

• Investigate Existing Solutions: Evaluate tools that provide real-time log collection and analysis capabilities, focusing on compatibility and integration ease with GitHub Actions.
• Feasibility Study: Assess the technical and practical feasibility of integrating such tools into our current setup.

Development

• System Design: Design a module to incorporate real-time log retrieval.
• Integration Testing: Ensure that the new system works in tandem with existing workflows without disruptions.

Testing

• Real-World Testing: Deploy the enhanced action in a sample real-world scenario to monitor its effectiveness and gather data on its impact.

Documentation

• Update Documentation: Provide detailed documentation on how to set up and use the real-time log retrieval feature.
• User Guides: Create user guides and FAQs to assist users in navigating the new features effectively.