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Create a Repository

How to create a repository?

What is a repository?

In simple terms, repository means a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored.

Steps to create a repository

Step 1

On any page of github (when you're logged in)in the upper right corner of the page you can see the "+" sign.

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It is a dropdown menu, select new repository from the menu.

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Step 2

  • Give your repository a nice name and description.
  • Choose the repository visibility. It can be Public or Private depending on the use case. Also, it's good to have a README on the project, so check the checkbox.

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Step 3

Click on Create repository button.

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Step 4

You can create or add files from upload from the add file dropdown menu.

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Congratulations! You've successfully created a repository. 🎉