I need to keep certain folders and files within the .godot directory in my project's repository, specifically due to issues related to PCK files during the GitHub workflow process. PCK files, which are essential for the Godot Engine projects, contain packaged project assets and resources. When the GitHub workflow runs without these specific directories ('exported', 'imported') and the file global_script_class_cache.cfg present, it tries to recreate them. However, it often fails to properly reestablish the necessary links and configurations.
Moreover, there's an observed issue where, if these directories are missing, the project builds successfully, but the resulting executable exhibits errors upon launching. Particularly, some scripts fail to execute correctly. This problem might not directly stem from the PCK files themselves, but the absence of these directories seems to disrupt the proper functioning of the build. Retaining these directories and files is thus crucial to ensure a smooth and error-free build and execution process
Max Aigner