GitHub Classroom Command Grader

Overview

GitHub Classroom Command Grader is a plugin for GitHub Classroom's Autograder. Seamlessly integrate your CS class with GitHub using this action to facilitate the grading process.

Key Features

• Automatic Grading: Evaluate student code submissions and provide immediate feedback.
• Customizable Test Setup: Define pre-test setup commands and specific testing commands.
• Command Execution: Run any command and determine the success based on the exit code.
• Timeout Control: Limit the runtime of tests to prevent excessive resource usage, with a maximum duration of 6 hours.
• Scoring System: Assign a maximum score for tests, awarding points upon successful test completion.

Inputs

Input Name	Description	Required
test-name	The unique identifier for the test.	Yes
setup-command	Command to execute prior to the test, typically for environment setup or dependency installation.	No
command	Primary command to run for the test. A zero exit code signifies a successful test.	Yes
timeout	Duration (in minutes) before the test is terminated. Defaults to 10 minutes with a maximum limit of 6 hours.	No
max-score	Points to be awarded if the test passes.	No

Outputs

Output Name	Description
result	Outputs the result of the grader, indicating the success or failure of the test.

Usage

1. Add the GitHub Classroom Command Grader action to your workflow.

name: Autograding Tests

on:
  push

jobs:
  run-tests:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
    - name: Checkout code
      uses: actions/checkout@v4
    - name: Run Autograding Tests
      uses: education/autograding-command-grader@v1
      with:
        test-name: 'Test Name'
        setup-command: 'npm install'
        command: 'npm test'
        timeout: '15'
        max-score: '100'
    - name: Autograding Reporter
      uses: ...