Gitops Workflow
Gitops Workflow is an productivity AI skill with a core value of Implement GitOps workflows with ArgoCD and Flux for automated, declarative Kubernetes deployments with continuous reconciliation. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the productivity domain, boosting
efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and optimizing workflows.
Implement GitOps workflows with ArgoCD and Flux for automated, declarative Kubernetes deployments with continuous reconciliation. Use when implementing GitOps practices, automating Kubernetes deplo...
Quick Facts
mkdir -p ./skills/gitops-workflow && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sickn33/antigravity-awesome-skills/main/skills/gitops-workflow/SKILL.md -o ./skills/gitops-workflow/SKILL.mdRun in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).
Skill Content
# GitOps Workflow
Complete guide to implementing GitOps workflows with ArgoCD and Flux for automated Kubernetes deployments.
Purpose
Implement declarative, Git-based continuous delivery for Kubernetes using ArgoCD or Flux CD, following OpenGitOps principles.
Use this skill when
- Set up GitOps for Kubernetes clusters
- Automate application deployments from Git
- Implement progressive delivery strategies
- Manage multi-cluster deployments
- Configure automated sync policies
- Set up secret management in GitOps
Do not use this skill when
- You need a one-off manual deployment
- You cannot manage cluster access or repo permissions
- You are not deploying to Kubernetes
Instructions
1. Define repo layout and desired-state conventions.
2. Install ArgoCD or Flux and connect clusters.
3. Configure sync policies, environments, and promotion flow.
4. Validate rollbacks and secret handling.
Safety
- Avoid auto-sync to production without approvals.
- Keep secrets out of Git and use sealed or external secret managers.
OpenGitOps Principles
1. **Declarative** - Entire system described declaratively
2. **Versioned and Immutable** - Desired state stored in Git
3. **Pulled Automatically** - Software agents pull desired state
4. **Continuously Reconciled** - Agents reconcile actual vs desired state
ArgoCD Setup
1. Installation
# Create namespace
kubectl create namespace argocd
# Install ArgoCD
kubectl apply -n argocd -f https://raw.githubusercontent.com/argoproj/argo-cd/stable/manifests/install.yaml
# Get admin password
kubectl -n argocd get secret argocd-initial-admin-secret -o jsonpath="{.data.password}" | base64 -d**Reference:** See `references/argocd-setup.md` for detailed setup
2. Repository Structure
gitops-repo/
├── apps/
│ ├── production/
│ │ ├── app1/
│ │ │ ├── kustomization.yaml
│ │ │ └── deployment.yaml
│ │ └── app2/
│ └── staging/
├── infrastructure/
│ ├── ingress-nginx/
│ ├── cert-manager/
│ └── monitoring/
└── argocd/
├── applications/
└── projects/3. Create Application
# argocd/applications/my-app.yaml
apiVersion: argoproj.io/v1alpha1
kind: Application
metadata:
name: my-app
namespace: argocd
spec:
project: default
source:
repoURL: https://github.com/org/gitops-repo
targetRevision: main
path: apps/production/my-app
destination:
server: https://kubernetes.default.svc
namespace: production
syncPolicy:
automated:
prune: true
selfHeal: true
syncOptions:
- CreateNamespace=true4. App of Apps Pattern
apiVersion: argoproj.io/v1alpha1
kind: Application
metadata:
name: applications
namespace: argocd
spec:
project: default
source:
repoURL: https://github.com/org/gitops-repo
targetRevision: main
path: argocd/applications
destination:
server: https://kubernetes.default.svc
namespace: argocd
syncPolicy:
automated: {}Flux CD Setup
1. Installation
# Install Flux CLI
curl -s https://fluxcd.io/install.sh | sudo bash
# Bootstrap Flux
flux bootstrap github \
--owner=org \
--repository=gitops-repo \
--branch=main \
--path=clusters/production \
--personal2. Create GitRepository
apiVersion: source.toolkit.fluxcd.io/v1
kind: GitRepository
metadata:
name: my-app
namespace: flux-system
spec:
interval: 1m
url: https://github.com/org/my-app
ref:
branch: main3. Create Kustomization
apiVersion: kustomize.toolkit.fluxcd.io/v1
kind: Kustomization
metadata:
name: my-app
namespace: flux-system
spec:
interval: 5m
path: ./deploy
prune: true
sourceRef:
kind: GitRepository
name: my-appSync Policies
Auto-Sync Configuration
**ArgoCD:**
syncPolicy:
automated:
prune: true # Delete resources not in Git
selfHeal: true # Reconcile manual changes
allowEmpty: false
retry:
limit: 5
backoff🎯 Best For
- UX researchers
- Product managers
- Claude users
- Knowledge workers
- Remote teams
💡 Use Cases
- Mapping user journeys
- Identifying friction points
- Using Gitops Workflow in daily workflow
- Automating repetitive productivity tasks
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply Gitops Workflow to Your Work
Provide context for your task — paste source material, describe your audience, or share existing work to guide the AI.
- 4
Review and Refine
Edit the AI output for accuracy, tone, and completeness. Add human insight where the AI lacks context.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can this analyze user behavior data?
UX research skills work best when you provide session recordings, heatmaps, and analytics data.
How do I install Gitops Workflow?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/gitops-workflow/SKILL.md, ready to use.
Can I customize this skill for my team?
Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Over-relying on AI insights
UX decisions should combine AI analysis with direct user feedback and research.
Not reading the full skill
Skills contain important context and edge cases beyond the quick start.