Tips for Making Your GitHub Repository Public
It’s essential to make your GitHub repository public if you want to collaborate with other developers or share your code with the world. Making your repository public allows everyone to access, review, and contribute to your code. Different types of permissions settings are available if you want to control who can view and alter your code. This guide will teach you how to make your GitHub repository public.
Prerequisite
Before you can make your repository public, there are a few prerequisites:
- You need a GitHub account.
- You’ll need to be the owner or a collaborator of the repository you want to make public.
Linking Your GitHub Account to Your Repository
Once you have the required prerequisites, you’re ready to link your GitHub account to your repository:
- Log into your GitHub account on GitHub.com.
- Select the Repositories tab from the menu on the left.
- Click on the Create New Repository button.
- Fill in the details for your new repository and click on the Create Repository button.
- Select the Settings tab located in the left-hand navigation.
- Click on the Make Public button.
- You will be asked to confirm that you want to make the repository public; click on the Make Public button to confirm.
Once the repository is public, you can start the review process or invite other collaborators to the repository.
FAQs
How do I make my repository public?
You can make your repository public by logging into your GitHub account, selecting the Repositories tab from the menu on the left, clicking on the Create New Repository button, filling in the details for your new repository, clicking on the Create Repository button, selecting the Settings tab located in the left-hand navigation, and clicking on the Make Public button. You will be asked to confirm that you want to make the repository public; click on the Make Public button to confirm.
How do I control who can view and alter my code?
GitHub allows you to control who can view and alter your code by setting different permission roles. To access this setting, log into your GitHub account, select the Repositories tab from the menu on the left, and click on the Settings tab located in the left-hand navigation. From this screen, you can set permission roles for Admin, Write, and Read access.
Can I make my repository private?
Yes, you can make your repository private. To do this, log into your GitHub account, select the Repositories tab from the menu on the left, and click on the Settings tab located in the left-hand navigation. From this screen, you can click the Private toggle to make the repository private.
Who can view my repository when it’s public?
When you make your repository public, anyone with a GitHub account can view your repository.
Can I delete a repository?
Yes, you can delete a repository by logging into your GitHub account, selecting the Repositories tab from the menu on the left, and clicking on the Settings tab located in the left-hand navigation. From this screen, you can click the Delete this repository button. You will be asked to confirm that you want to delete the repository; click on the Confirm button to confirm.
Resources
For more information on using GitHub, check out these helpful resources:
