GitHub

Why GitHub is the Developer Standard

GitHub isn’t just a tool—it’s where software gets built. From individual developers to Fortune 500 companies, GitHub hosts the world’s code.

My Experience

Every project I work on lives on GitHub. The combination of reliable Git hosting, excellent pull request workflow, and GitHub Actions makes it indispensable for modern development.

What Makes GitHub Essential

1. Pull Request Workflow - Code review that actually works. Comments on specific lines, suggestions, required approvals. The PR workflow sets the standard others follow.

2. GitHub Actions - CI/CD built into your repository. Build, test, and deploy without leaving GitHub. The marketplace has actions for almost anything.

3. GitHub Copilot - AI pair programming that actually helps. Copilot has changed how I write code—faster implementation with smarter suggestions.

4. Security Features - Dependabot alerts, secret scanning, code scanning. Security built into the development workflow, not bolted on.

Where GitHub Falls Short

Free tier limits private repository collaborators. Some advanced security features require Enterprise. Git itself has a learning curve for new developers.

Who Should Use GitHub

• Every developer writing code
• Teams needing code collaboration
• Companies wanting integrated DevOps
• Open source projects of any size

GitHub vs GitLab

Factor	GitHub	GitLab
Community	Massive	Growing
CI/CD	Actions	Built-in
Self-Hosted	Enterprise	Free tier
AI Features	Copilot	Duo
Best For	Most teams	Self-hosting

The Bottom Line

GitHub is the default choice for a reason. Unless you have specific requirements for self-hosting or all-in-one DevOps, GitHub is where your code should live.