Multi-environment deployments with GitHub Actions and Octopus

GitHub Actions offers developers a way to automate workflows within a GitHub repository, and when combined with tools like Octopus Deploy, it enhances continuous delivery through features such as environment visualization and standardized step templates. The article provides a detailed guide on building a Docker image using GitHub Actions, publishing it to Amazon Elastic Container Registry, and deploying it on Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service using Octopus Deploy. It outlines the necessary setup for AWS, GitHub, and Octopus, including creating access keys, configuring repositories, and setting up deployment targets. The integration of Octopus Deploy provides a more consistent user experience through its UI and its ability to manage releases across various environments. The article encourages users to explore further resources and tools for optimizing continuous integration and deployment workflows.