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GitHub Web-Based Introduction

What is the GitHub Web-Based Method?​

The GitHub Web-Based method allows you to work with Spec-Up-T entirely through your web browser, without installing any software on your computer. This method combines two GitHub features:

  1. GitHub Actions: Automated workflows that run Spec-Up-T commands (like rendering, PDF generation) on GitHub's servers
  2. GitHub's Web Editor: GitHub's built-in file editor for making changes to your markdown files directly in your browser

No Installation Required​

With this method, you don't need to install Node.js, Git, or any command line tools on your computer. Everything runs in your browser and on GitHub's servers!

How It Works​

GitHub Actions Workflows​

  • Create a New Spec-Up-T Installation from a template
  • Navigate to the Actions tab in your repository
  • Use the "Menu" Workflow under "Run workflow" to:
    • Render your specification
    • Generate PDFs
    • Update files
    • And more - all with a few clicks

Editing Files with GitHub's Web Editor​

To edit any file in your repository:

  1. Navigate to the file in GitHub
  2. Click the pencil icon (✏️) in the top right
  3. Make your changes in the browser-based editor
  4. Scroll down and commit your changes with a message

Important: This is Different from the Spec-Up-T Editor​

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Don't confuse these two web-based options:

  • GitHub Web-Based (this section): Uses GitHub's standard web editor and GitHub Actions
  • Spec-Up-T Editor: A separate, specialized web application with advanced features - 🌐 Launch it here

Both work in your browser, but the Spec-Up-T Editor offers more sophisticated editing tools.

Pros and Cons​

Advantages:

  • ✅ No software installation required
  • ✅ Simple, straightforward setup
  • ✅ Accessible from any computer with a browser
  • ✅ Good for occasional edits and contributions

Limitations:

  • ⏱️ GitHub Actions can be slow (several minutes to start)
  • 🔧 Limited editing features compared to local or Spec-Up-T Editor
  • 🌐 Requires internet connection
  • 📊 No visual file organization or health checks

If you want a quick visual introduction, watch this video (no sound):

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