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How to Use GitHub Desktop on a Mac

GitHub has a dedicated desktop app for macOS, and we'll help you get started with it in this guide.

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How to Use GitHub Desktop in Windows 10 and 11

Get started with Github for Windows with this guide.

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GitHub vs. GitLab: Which Is Better for You?

GitHub and GitLab are both popular in the programming space, but which is the better option?

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How to List Branches in Git

Is the git branch command important? How should you use it? Learn more here.

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GitHub Keyboard Shortcuts Cheat Sheet for Windows and Mac

When using GitHub for programming, make use of these keyboard shortcuts for Windows and Mac, available in a free PDF.

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How to Create a New Branch in Git

Learn how to code independently from your main codebase using Git branches

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How to Clone a Repository Using GitHub Desktop

Want to get to grips with software on GitHub? Here's how to make it east with the streamlined GitHub Desktop tool.

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