GitHub is an online platform where developers store code, track changes, and collaborate — all powered by Git.
Launched in 2008, GitHub made Git easier and more social. Instead of just managing code on your machine, you push it to GitHub where teammates can see it, comment on it, suggest changes, or merge it into the main project. It’s like Google Docs for code — with version history, branches, and pull requests.
What makes GitHub so powerful?
Beyond just storing code, GitHub is where open-source projects live and grow. Want to contribute to React, Linux, or someone’s indie game? It’s all there. You can fork repos, file issues, review pull requests, and even publish docs or project pages. It’s also the go-to portfolio for developers — your profile is your resume.
If you’re coding in 2025 and not using GitHub (or something like it), you’re probably working harder than you need to.
Want to explore? Head to GitHub.com
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