Since its inception, the Git DVCS tool's default branch name was set to master. Every Git repository had a master branch unless a developer took explicit steps to remove it, which was rarely ever done ...

GitHub to replace master with main starting in October: What developers need to do now Your email has been sent From the office of “long overdue,” another service is dropping the divisive “master” ...

The GitHub Desktop app download and setup process is straightforward. It's a 77 MB download, and the .exe file will install quickly into the C:\Program Files folder. A GitHub Desktop setup screen will ...

How to get started with GitHub Desktop for a seamless Git workflow Your email has been sent If you need to work with GitHub, but don't have time to get up to speed with the git command line, Jack ...

Starting your journey with GitHub can feel a bit like stepping into a bustling workshop filled with unfamiliar tools and processes. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by terms like “repositories,” ...

Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for apps, operating systems and devices, as well as mobile gaming and Apple Arcade news. Shelby also ...