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GitLab GUI
Are you looking for the best GitLab GUI to use in your workflow? See why GitKraken has the best GitLab integrations and makes actions like pull requests a breeze.
GitLab Client for Linux
Learn how to use GitKraken Git GUI in a Linux desktop environment, integrated with GitLab to optimize your DevOps workflow.
Git Bash | What is it & How to Use it
Learn what Git Bash is and how to download this Windows terminal. You will also see basic Git commands to use with Bash and why GitKraken is the better tool for Git.
Git Conference Keynote: Netlify CEO
The first Keynote speaker for GitKon 2021, a virtual conference for all Git users, has been announced: Matt Biilmann, CEO and co-founder, Netlify.
GitKraken v7.7: Git for Teams
Get ready for team collaboration in Git on a whole new level with the new Git team features and other improvements. Get a better Git workflow for your team with GitKraken.
GitKon: Global Git Conference
Join the team behind the GitKraken Git GUI for GitKon 2021 on Sep 22-23, the premier global Git conference of the year. Learn about GitOps, DevOps, and the future of Git.
Remote Work and Mental Health
Get six suggestions for supporting remote software developers, including activities for mental health awareness and improvement.
A Look at NodeGit and libgit2
GitKraken is built on Electron. To use libgit2 efficiently in Node, we needed a way to address the same APIs without rewriting and maintaining an entirely new library.
GitHub Authentication Policy Changes Coming August 2021
If you’ve already connected your GitHub integration via OAuth in GitKraken, you’re good to go! GitHub is changing its security policy and will no longer
GitKraken v7.6: Hook a Warp Speed Drive To GitHub Pull Requests
Now you can interact with your GitHub pull requests directly from GitKraken We opened our hailing frequencies and heard your communications. Devs from across the
The Modern Computer Science Degree
Is a computer science degree still worth it in 2021? See whether the positives outweigh the negatives and where to get a computer science degree online.
GitKraken v7.5: New Year, New Git GUI
The GitKraken Git client now offers a better user interface with menu improvements. Plus, Show/Hide has been enabled when multi-selecting local Git branches and stashes.
GitKraken Tips IX
We’ve got tips for getting the most out of your Git client, like quickly performing Git push, issue tracking integrations, quick access to Git repositories, and more.
How the Nissan Source Code Leak Could Have Been Avoided
See how the Nissan code leak from a Bitbucket server could have been avoided and get tips for ensuring your Git repository is secure.
Workaround for GitKraken Client Big Sur Issues
Mac OS users are experiencing performance issues on GitKraken after updating to Big Sur. Here is a quick workaround to improve performance.
GitKraken Tips VIII
Unleash the full power of the GitKraken Git GUI! Learn these Git tips related to branching in Git, how to Git cherry pick, pull request drafts for GitHub users, & more.
GitKraken v7.4: Now with Google Sign In
GitKraken now supports Google sign in for more convenient account authentication! Plus, introducing graph columns for commit message, author, date/time, and commit SHA.
Getting Started with Continuous Integration
What is continuous integration? See the top CI tools and get tips for getting started with continuous integration for faster delivery and deployment.
GitKraken Tips VII
Check out our latest tips to learn Git with GitKraken Git GUI! These Git tips show you how to enter detached HEAD state, open the CLI from GitKraken & more.
Best Planning Tools for Students
See the top project management, time tracking, and presentation tools for computer science students. Get the GitKraken Pro Suite free through the GitHub Student Developer Pack.
GitKraken Git GUI v7.3: GitHub Issue Tracking Integration
The GitKraken Git GUI now integrates with GitHub and GitHub Enterprise issue trackers. View, filter, edit, and create new GitHub issues directly from GitKraken.
Hosting Virtual Workshops
See tips, tricks, and recommended tools for hosting a virtual workshop. Download slides to run your own online Git tutorial workshop with GitHub and GitKraken.
GitKraken Git GUI v7.2: GitLab Issue Tracking Integration
The GitKraken Git GUI now integrates with GitLab Issues. Optimize your workflow with tools that limit context switching by integrating with your issue tracker of choice.
GitKraken Boards: New Trello Importer
GitKraken Boards for task tracking now offers a Trello importer and board templates. Import Trello boards with complete card details into GitKraken Boards to level up your issue management.
GitKraken Git GUI v7.1: Trello Integration
Improve your Trello experience by integrating your issue tracker with the most popular Git GUI on the market and level up your project management.
How to Plan a Product Release
Planning a product release is complicated. GitKraken Boards for issue tracking and GitKraken Timelines for communicating milestones are free developer tools that will set you up for success from the start.
Announcing the GitKraken Suite
The GitKraken Suite is a set of free developer tools that helps your organization shift-left and optimize the planning and coding phases of DevOps.
GitKraken Boards: New Column Automation
Automation allows for less context switching and provides developers the ability to perform and track tasks and issues across platforms.
DevSecOps for the Public Sector
Wondering how to implement DevSecOps at a military or government organization? Find out best practices, strategies & tools for DevSecOps in the public sector.
Coronavirus Software Making a Difference
Development teams worldwide are stepping up to create COVID-19 trackers, maps, and more. If you’re working on a coronavirus-related project, apply to get GitKraken Pro free.
GitKraken Git GUI v7.0: Jira Integration
The GitKraken Git GUI now integrates with Jira Server, Jira Cloud & GitKraken Boards. Find out how to reduce context switching & streamline issue tracking!
2020 Trends in Software Development
What are the latest trends in the software development industry? Get 2020 insights on hiring, tools and technologies, managing software development, performance measurement, and more.
Best Tools for Remote Dev Teams
What are the best tools for collaboration, communication, and project management for remote development teams? The GitKraken Git GUI, Slack, Google Meet, and Glo Issue Boards top the list.
Top 10 Enterprise Tools for Developers
What are the best enterprise software tools for DevOps, automation, monitoring, issue tracking, and security? Here’s your list of the tools needed to reach DevOps success.
Best Courses to Learn Git
What are the best courses to learn Git online? Discover branching, how to use Git and GitHub, and more with these recommended courses for learning Git.
Common Challenges of Using Azure DevOps
Learn more about integrating Azure DevOps with GitKraken, including how to clone a repository, generate Git credentials, authentication, pushing changes, and more.
Migrating from Perforce to Git
What are the advantages of using Git vs Perforce for version control? There are numerous reasons to convert your version control system away from Perforce to Git.
GitKraken v6.5: Fork & Perf Improvements
GitKraken is now 10% faster with 20% reduced memory consumption, and GitHub users can fork repositories directly through the GitKraken GUI.
CLI vs GitKraken GUI Speed Test
What are the advantages of using a Git GUI over the CLI? GitKraken will help you spend less time typing, will give you more confidence as a developer, and will improve your Git productivity.
Introducing GitKraken Timelines
It has never been this easy to communicate project milestones & goals. Find out how to get started with GitKraken Timelines, the free online timeline maker!
Critical Security Patch in Git and GitKraken
The GitKraken team actively monitors security channels to ensure our users are not prone to vulnerabilities and exposures. Please be sure to always update GitKraken to the latest available version.
Best Tools for Git
Git is the most popular version control system worldwide. What are the top software tools for developers using Git?
Axosoft Hosts Smash Bros. Tournament for Charity
Scottsdale tech company, Axosoft hosted two #AXOSMASH video game tournaments for the Phoenix tech community. All proceeds benefitted the #ItWasNeverADress nonprofit supporting women in tech.
Git Dos and Don’ts
The GitKraken Git Client simplifies Git commands and functions. This list of dos and don’ts will help you understand things like pull requests, Git LFS, repos, and more.
Track Project Milestones in GitKraken Boards
In GitKraken Boards you can now sync GitHub milestones and use dashboards to get a bird’s-eye view of board activity, including card count per column.
GitHub Pull Request Integration with Glo Boards
Track the statuses of your GitHub pull requests in Glo Boards! Link GitHub PRs to automate pull request management and streamline team workflow.
Best Developer Tools for Students
Computer science students often ask: What software tools should I be using to learn to code? Find out how you can get these 5 professional developer tools for free as a student!
How to Update Task/Issue Glo Cards in Slack
Glo Boards has always been convenient for updating tasks while working in development tools like GitKraken and VS Code. The Slack integration now gives developers yet another option to update issue cards without switching tools.