gitignore.io
A web service and CLI tool to generate .gitignore files for operating systems, programming languages, and IDEs.
What is gitignore.io?
gitignore.io is a web service and command-line tool that generates .gitignore files for Git repositories. It aggregates templates for operating systems, programming languages, and IDEs into a single file, helping developers exclude unnecessary files from version control. The service simplifies repository setup and reduces manual configuration errors.
Developers and teams using Git for version control who need to quickly create or update .gitignore files for their projects, especially those working with multiple technologies or platforms.
It saves time by automating .gitignore creation with a comprehensive template library, offers both web and CLI interfaces for convenience, and allows self-hosting for customization and privacy. The generated files are public domain, ensuring no licensing restrictions.
Overview
Create useful .gitignore files for your project
Use Cases
Best For
- Quickly generating .gitignore files for new projects
- Setting up Git repositories with multiple technologies or frameworks
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