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Overview

This node operation retrieves a specific Debian package source file from a GitLab project using the SHA256 hash of the file. It is useful for users who need to access Debian package distribution components by verifying the file integrity through its SHA256 hash. For example, it can be used to fetch source files for Debian packages hosted in a GitLab project repository, ensuring the file matches the expected hash for security and consistency.

Use Case Examples

  1. Fetching a Debian package source file by providing the project ID, Debian distribution codename, component, and the SHA256 hash of the file to verify its authenticity.
  2. Automating the retrieval of Debian package sources in CI/CD pipelines to ensure the correct package versions are used.

Properties

Name Meaning
Skip Authentication Whether to skip authentication for the API request.
Authentication The authentication method used for the API request, typically an API key credential.
baseUrl The base URL of the GitLab instance, defaulting to https://gitlab.com.
Method The HTTP method used for the API request, default is GET.
Parameter Schema Defines the required path and query parameters for the API call, including project ID, Debian distribution, component, and file SHA256 hash.
Request Path The API endpoint path template used to retrieve the Debian package source file by SHA256 hash.
Query Parameters The query parameters for the API request, specifically the Debian distribution codename or suite.
Path Parameters The path parameters for the API request, including project ID, Debian component, and the SHA256 hash of the file.

Output

JSON

  • id - The ID or URL-encoded path of the project.
  • distribution - The Debian Codename or Suite.
  • component - The Debian Component.
  • file_sha256 - The SHA256 hash of the file used to identify the source file.
  • sourceFileContent - The content or metadata of the Debian package source file retrieved from the API.

Dependencies

  • GitLab API authentication token or API key credential

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the project ID and path parameters are correctly URL-encoded to avoid 404 errors.
  • Verify that the SHA256 hash provided matches an existing file in the Debian distribution component to prevent 'file not found' errors.
  • Check that the authentication token has sufficient permissions to access the project and package data.
  • If skipping authentication, ensure the GitLab instance allows unauthenticated access to the requested resource.

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