What is GitHub?
A website where developers store, share, and collaborate on code using Git
Why It Matters
GitHub is where most open-source software lives and where teams collaborate on projects
Real-World Example
Your development team stores all project code on GitHub and uses it to review each other's work
“Understanding terms like GitHub matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
Git
A system that tracks every change to your code, letting you see history, undo mistakes, and collaborate with others
Version Control
A system that records changes to files over time, allowing you to recall specific versions later
Pull Request
A request to merge your code changes into the main project, allowing others to review first
Repository
A storage location for your project's code and its complete history
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