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How to Share a GitHub Repository

This guide will show you various ways you can share your GitHub repository, including direct URL sharing, using GitHub Pages, and other platforms.

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Ways to Share Your GitHub Repository

Here’s how you can get your code out there:

1. Direct URL Sharing

The easiest way to share is by sending the GitHub link. This is perfect if you want to give quick access, but remember, your repo needs to be public.

Copy URL of repository on GitHub

For private projects, you can invite collaborators (note that they must have a GitHub account).

Invite collaborator to repository page

This page can be found by clicking the Settings tab on your repository and then clicking the Collaborators menu item.

2. GitHub Pages for a Personal Touch

Want to make your project look good? Use GitHub Pages to create a custom site directly from your repo. It’s great for portfolios or detailed project documentation, but it also takes considerably more time to set up.

GitHub Pages setup page

3. Using Other Platforms

Some developers use platforms like Patreon or Google Drive to share or monetize code.

  • Patreon can be a way to earn from your work, but it's more suited for creative content than coding, requiring extra steps for updates.
  • Google Drive is great for sharing files but doesn't sync automatically with code updates, making version control a headache.

These methods work but aren't the most seamless.

Wait... What About Wirps?

While Patreon and Google Drive have their uses, they fall short when it comes to the dynamic needs of sharing code. Here's where Wirps shines:

  • Link Sharing: Easily share your repo with a link.
  • Auto Sync: Push to GitHub, and Wirps syncs automatically - no more manual updates!
  • Monetize Directly: Turn your code into a revenue stream.
  • Analytics: Understand your audience better with detailed insights.

With Wirps, sharing your GitHub repository becomes effortless, allowing you to focus on what you do best.

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