Previously, only upgraded GitHub Pro accounts could create a private GitHub repository. This option is now available to all accounts -- but with a catch that can limit users.

You can use GitHub Desktop to connect to an existing repository, but this application makes it particularly easy to create a pair of connected local and remote repositories.

Jack Wallen shows you how to add a GitHub shortcut to a Jira project so you can view information about branches, commits and pull requests.

Gitting going with git: creating your first repository Ars walks through the steps to building a simple github respository.

How to create an issue with GitHub Issues The first thing you must do is log in to your GitHub account. Once you’ve done that, navigate to a repository. You’ll see the Issues tab (Figure B ...