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GitHub

GitHub is a platform for hosting Git repositories and collaborating on software.

What Is GitHub​

GitHub stores repositories online and adds collaboration features such as pull requests, issues, code review, discussions, project boards, releases, and automation.

How To Use GitHub​

Create a repository, push Git commits to it, open pull requests for review, and use issues to track work.

Basic Example​

git remote add origin https://github.com/example/tiew.git
git branch -M main
git push -u origin main

Common Concepts​

  • Repositories host project code.
  • Pull requests propose and review changes.
  • Issues track tasks, bugs, and ideas.
  • GitHub Actions automates CI and deployment workflows.

What To Learn Next​

Learn pull request reviews, branch protection, GitHub Actions, releases, repository permissions, and project management.