GitHub Actions + Git AutoReview
AI code reviews in your GitHub workflow
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Overview
Git AutoReview integrates natively with GitHub Actions to add AI-powered code reviews to your CI/CD pipeline. Trigger reviews on pull request events, gate merges on review approval, and get AI feedback as part of your existing GitHub workflow.
- Manual code reviews slow down CI/CD
- No AI review in GitHub native workflows
- Inconsistent review quality across team
- Waiting for human reviewers delays merge
- Native GitHub Actions integration
- Required status check support
- Parallel to existing CI jobs
- PR comments and annotations
- Merge gating capabilities
Why Use Git AutoReview with GitHub Actions?
Review and approve every AI suggestion before it's published. No embarrassing auto-posted comments. Full control over what reaches your GitHub Actions workflow.
Choose from Claude (Anthropic), Gemini (Google), and GPT (OpenAI). Run multiple models in parallel and compare results for better insights.
Works with GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket. No matter which Git platform your team uses with GitHub Actions, Git AutoReview integrates seamlessly.
Bring Your Own Keys for AI providers. Your code goes directly to your AI provider. Control costs and avoid vendor lock-in.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Git AutoReview | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Native Action | ✅ Official action | ⚠️ Third-party |
| Status Checks | ✅ Required checks | ⚠️ Optional |
| PR Annotations | ✅ Inline annotations | ⚠️ Comments only |
| Matrix Support | ✅ Multi-model matrix | ❌ Single model |
| Reusable Workflows | ✅ Full support | ⚠️ Limited |
How to Set Up Git AutoReview with GitHub Actions
Add Workflow File
Create .github/workflows/gitautoreview.yml using our official action.
Configure Secrets
Add GITAUTOREVIEW_TOKEN to repository secrets. Optionally add AI API keys.
Set Trigger Events
Configure workflow for pull_request events: opened, synchronize.
Enable Status Checks
Add Git AutoReview as required check in branch protection.
Use Cases
Block merges until AI review passes. Consistent quality without bottlenecks.
Run AI reviews alongside tests and linters in single CI run.
Triage contributions with AI. Focus human time on complex changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add Git AutoReview to my workflow?
Add uses: gitautoreview/action@v1 to your workflow. See docs for options.
Can I use it as a required status check?
Yes! Add 'Git AutoReview' as required check in branch protection.
Does it work with matrix builds?
Yes! Run reviews with multiple AI models in parallel using matrix.
How are review comments posted?
As PR review comments with inline annotations using GitHub's native UI.
Can I reuse across repositories?
Yes! Create reusable workflow in central repo and call from all projects.
What about GitHub Enterprise?
Fully supported on GHE Cloud and Server. Self-hosted runners work.
Start Using Git AutoReview with GitHub Actions Today
Install Git AutoReview free from the VS Code Marketplace. No credit card required. Experience AI-powered code reviews with human approval in your GitHub Actions workflow.