CPython Patch PR Action docs
CPython patch automation
Eliminate manual CPython patch rollouts
The CPython Patch PR Action hunts down every pinned runtime in your repository, compares it with the upstream patch list, and opens ready-to-merge pull requests with changelog context. These docs explain how the action reads files, how to scope tracks per product, and how to keep security + governance teams informed about each bump.
Why this action exists
Security and platform teams no longer need spreadsheets for CPython patches—the action tracks every release channel.
Who it serves
Platform, DevOps, and security engineers responsible for pinned runtimes across APIs, CLIs, and infrastructure code.
What the docs cover
Architecture, workflow recipes, configuration reference, troubleshooting playbooks, tests, and contribution guides.
Patch scenarios on autopilot
Decide how aggressive your rollout should be: scheduled weekly bumps, gated dry runs, or patch-only notifications. Every scenario has a walkthrough with copy-paste YAML and permission requirements.
Architecture tour
Understand how the scanner walks repos, detects pins, and drafts PRs.
Rollout playbooks
Mix and match recipes to fit each repository. These quick links highlight the most referenced guides.
- Workflow recipes — Scheduled, nightly, and approval-gated jobs.
- Configuration reference — Every input, env var, permission, and output.
- Examples & outputs — Before/after diffs, log excerpts, and files_changed payloads.
- Development handbook — Local dev server, scripts, and release hygiene.
Governance & safety rails
Keep SRE and compliance stakeholders confident with predictable testing, troubleshooting runbooks, and coordination guidelines.
Reference library
Bookmark these articles for deep dives into inputs, outputs, and maintenance rituals.