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Bitbucket vs GitHub: Which is Better for Your Team?
GitHub and Bitbucket are both repository hosting platforms. Learn what the major differentiators are for each platform and how to determine which is right for you and your team.
Top 10 Git Commands Every Developer Should Know
A complete list of the top 10 Git commands every developer should know. Learn what each Git command does and how developers use it in their workflows.
Git-based CMS vs. API-driven CMS: Is One Better Than The Other?
Learn how companies are using Git-based CMS and API-driven CMS to manage their content including the pros and cons of both approaches. Determine which strategy best fits your content goals.
Best VS Code Extensions
15 VS Code extensions guaranteed to make coding easier and streamline your workflow. Extensions covered include GitLens, Prettier, Live Server, and more.
GitLens 13 – GitLens+ Features for All on Local & Public Repos
No account required. We’re excited to bring the power of GitLens+ features like the Commit Graph, Visual File History, and Worktrees to ALL users on local and public repos.
7 (Deadly) Common Git Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Common Git mistakes include writing bad commit messages, pushing unfinished code, accidentally deleting code, and more. Learn how to fix these with Git commands.
Top 10 Bug Bounty Programs for Software Developers
Compare the top 10 bug bounty programs based on potential payout, required experience, and competition.
How to Get Started with Husky and Git Hooks
Husky simplifies the process of setting up Git hooks. Learn how to use Husky with Git hooks to automate common actions in Git and speed up your workflow.
Best Git GUI’s Compared 2023
Comparing the top Git GUI’s of 2023 based on their OS support, price, and feature catalog. GitKraken Client · Fork · Sourcetree · Tower · GitHub Desktop · SmartGit
GitKon 2022: DevOps, Team Collaboration, Developer Skills & More
GitKon 2022 is a free virtual tech conference hosted by GitKraken. Learn about topics like DevOps, developer skills, team collaboration, Git, security, and more.
GitKon 2022 Featured Speakers Announced
Featured speakers for GitKon 2022 tech conference include experts from GitHub, GitLab, Microsoft and Visual Studio Code, Atlassian, and more. Register free.
CI/CD for Jira – The Jira DevOps Tool for Git
CI/CD for Jira is a free extension. View build and deployment data in Jira and unlock the Jira deployment view to see a timeline of deployments across different environments.
Fastest Way to Learn Git | Best Git Training for Software Developers in 2022
Top 3 paid and free courses to learn Git in 2022. Find the best Git training course that fits your needs.
GitKon 2022 Keynote: Drupal Founder & Acquia CTO Dries Buytaert
Register free for GitKon 2022 to hear Dries Buytaert, Drupal Founder and CTO of Acquia, share how Drupal grew and became the standard for open source web experiences.
Get Git Info with GitLens
GitLens is an extension for VS Code that helps developers get powerful data hidden in Git repos. Learn how to get Git info with GitLens+, GitLens blame, and CodeLens.
Shell Scripting FTW! | Intro to the CLI Part 5
Use shell scripting to automate actions and build new applications. Learn how to use the hello world script, environment variables, shell script for loop, and more.
Announcing the New GitKraken Help Center
The GitKraken Help Center is a central location for GitKraken support resources for our 3 Git tools: GitKraken Client, Git Integration for Jira, & GitLens for VS Code.
Interview with Oh My Posh Creator
Hear from the creator of Oh My Posh, Jan De Dobbeleer. Learn what inspired Oh My Posh, how to customize Oh My Posh themes, how to contribute, and more!
Trunk Based Development
Trunk based development can be less complex than other Git branching strategies and is well suited for CI/CD. Compare trunk based development vs Gitflow.
Jira Git Tips Using Git Integration for Jira
Integrate Git with Jira using Git Integration for Jira. Learn how to create a Git branch from a Jira ticket, create Jira pull requests, trigger Jira webhooks, and more.
Does Your Team Need a Quality Assurance Engineer?
Whether or not you need a software quality assurance engineer depends on your team size, the complexity of the software you’re developing, automation, and more.
Jira GitHub Integration
You can create a Jira GitHub integration through Git Integration for Jira. This tool will allow you to use smart commits, create branches and pull
GitLens 12.1 – Richer GitLab Integration and Improved Autolinks
We are proud to introduce the world to the most recent release of GitLens. We have added richer GitLab integration, Gerrit support, the ability to
GitKraken Client v8.6 – Faster Git LFS and beyond!
We know that everyone’s code story may be a little different, but speedier repos are something everyone can get behind. No matter where your developer
Announcing GitKon 2022
Make plans now to join us for GitKon 2022; a FREE virtual tech conference all about collaboration happening on October 11th – 13th! Creating a
Git Multi Repo vs Git Mono Repo: Which Should You Choose?
What is the best choice between the Git multi repo and Git mono repo? Get Git repo best practices and tips for deciding on your ideal Git repo size.
5 Advanced Tips for How to Use GitLens in VS Code
These 5 advanced tips will cover how to use GitLens in VS Code, how to customize GitLens settings, suggestions for leveraging GitLens blame hovers, and more.
Customizing Your CLI Shell | Intro to the CLI Part 4
In part 4 of our CLI intro series, we cover how to customize your CLI shell, including shells like Zsh and Bash, and how to make shortcuts with CLI aliases.
GitKraken Client v8.5 Release: Azure DevOps Workspace Support
Working as a team is critical to any mission, whether you’re taking on a galactic empire or pushing your code through your DevOps pipelines. Helping
Introducing New GitKraken Teams Plans
Learn about new GitKraken Teams plans designed for growing teams. See info and pricing for all GitKraken Client and GitLens plans, including options for large and small teams using Git.
Git Integration for Jira Data Center Release: Automation for Jira
Updates to Git Integration for Jira Data Center including support for Automation for Jira, support for SSH config files, secure mode, and more.
11 Tips for Using GitLens in VS Code
Get 11 expert tips for how to use GitLens in VS Code, and become more productive using Git. Highlights include GitLens blame annotations, customizing GitLens settings, and more.
The State & Future of GitLens
Find out what the future holds for GitLens since joining GitKraken, maker of legendary Git tools, and learn more about the introduction of GitLens+ features.
GitKraken Client v8.4: Team Workspaces & Pull Request View
See what’s new in the v8.4 release of GitKraken Client, including new GitKraken pull request view and GitKraken team Workspaces, and more repo information.
Command Line Tools | Intro to the CLI Part 3
Gain a better understanding of the terminal in part 2 of our Git CLI intro series. We’re going over shell commands and how to interact with your file system.
Using VS Code & Git
Go through a basic Git workflow using VS Code. Learn how to create a repository, commit changes, connect a remote, push changes, and other tips for leveraging Git with VS Code.
Git Integration for Jira Cloud Release: Atlassian Data Residency & New User Interface
Updates to Git Integration for Jira Cloud including support for Atlassian Data Residency, hosted at AWS Frankfurt and AWS Ohio. New admin UI improves repo and integration management.
Shell Commands | Intro to the CLI Part 2
Gain a better understanding of the terminal in part 2 of our Git CLI intro series. We’re going over shell commands and how to interact with your file system.
GitLens 12 – Visual Studio Code for the Web Support & GitLens+
GitLens users rejoice! This release introduces exciting updates, including preview support for a browser-based editing experience in VS Code online, legendary new GitLens+ features like
GitKraken Client v8.3: Now 2x Faster for Apple Silicon Users
What do Olympic speed skaters and developers have in common? They have a need…a need for speed. 😏 Nobody likes moving slow, no matter if you’re
What does the CLI Stand for? | Intro to the CLI Part 1
What does CLI stand for? Get the answer to that question and more in part 1 of the CLI Intro Series as we walk through the benefits of learning the command line for Git.
Git Integration for Jira v4.0 – New Git Indexing
See what’s new in Git Integration for Jira v4.0 for Jira Data Center and Jira Server! New Git indexing improves reindexing, and a Sleep setting has been added for Git webhooks.
GitKraken Client v8.2 – New Workspaces & Themes
GitKraken Client v8.2 introduces GitKraken Workspaces, making it easier than ever to work with multiple repositories. Also, GitKraken Client themes, Teams activity status, and more!
A Major Moment in GitKraken’s Journey
Axosoft has a new name and new CEO! The company has rebranded to GitKraken to reflect its present and future as a provider of multiple top-rated Git tools.
Weak SSH Key Generation Fix in GitKraken v8.0.1
A fix for a weak SSH key generation issue is available in GitKraken v8.0.1. See the steps you can take to maintain secure SSH key connections to your remote repositories.
GitLens for Visual Studio Code, and its Creator Eric Amodio, Join GitKraken
GitKraken adds GitLens extension for Visual Studio Code to its suite of Git collaboration and productivity solutions. GitLens creator Eric Amodio joins GitKraken as CTO.
WordPress + GitHub
Learn how to work with WordPress, GitHub, and GitKraken to get the benefits of using Git for WordPress, including how to install a WordPress GitHub plugin.
Git vs SVN
When deciding between Git vs SVN, there are a few things to compare, like Git and SVN commands and industry adoption (over 95% of developers worldwide are using Git).
