How can I use parameters for conditional steps in CircleCI?

How can I use parameters for conditional steps in CircleCI?

You can use parameters in CircleCI to control the execution of steps based on certain conditions. By defining parameters in your config file, you can create conditional workflows.

Can you give me an example of how to set this up?

Sure! In your .circleci/config.yml, you can define a parameter like this:

version: 2.1
parameters:
  run_tests:
    type: boolean
    default: true
jobs:
  test:
    docker:
      - image: circleci/python:3.8
    steps:
      - checkout
      - run:
          name: Run Tests
          command: pytest
          when: << pipeline.parameters.run_tests >>
workflows:
  version: 2
  test:
    jobs:
      - test:
          run_tests: true

What happens if the parameter is set to false?

If the parameter run_tests is set to false, the Run Tests step will be skipped, and CircleCI will not execute that command.

Can I use multiple parameters for different steps?

Yes, you can define multiple parameters and use them to control different steps in your workflow, allowing for flexible configurations.