GitHub is a platform for version control and collaborative software development, built on top of Git, a distributed version control system. It allows multiple developers to work on projects simultaneously, track changes, and manage code repositories. Key features include:
Repositories: Store code, documentation, and project files.
Collaboration: Tools like pull requests, issues, and code reviews for teamwork.
Version Control: Track and revert changes to code using Git.
Community & Open Source: Host and contribute to open-source projects.
Automation: GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipelines and workflows.
Integration: Connects with tools like VS Code, Docker, and cloud platforms.
Used by developers, teams, and organizations, GitHub supports private and public projects, with free and paid plans. It’s accessible at github.com.