GitHub Foundations — Question 22

Which default GitHub environment variable indicates the name of the person or app that initiated a workflow?

Answer options

• A. GITHUB_ACTOR
• B. GITHUB USER
• C. ENV_ACTOR
• D. GITHUB_WORKFLOW_ACTOR

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, GITHUB_ACTOR, as it specifically identifies the user or application that started the workflow. Options B and C are incorrect because they do not represent valid GitHub environment variables, and D, while related, does not accurately reflect the variable's purpose in this context.