A clean repository starts with a good .gitignore. The new .gitignore Generator assembles one by combining vetted templates for your whole stack and removing the duplicates that overlapping templates inevitably share.
What it does
- 15 templates: languages, frameworks, OS, editors, and tools.
- Auto de-duplication: shared patterns like
node_modules/appear once. - Custom patterns: add your own project-specific ignores.
- LF or CRLF: match your team’s line-ending convention.
- Copy or download: runs entirely in your browser.
Why it matters
A good .gitignore, added before the first commit, keeps dependency folders, build output, and — crucially — secrets out of version control. Our .gitignore guide explains pattern matching, precedence, and the classic “why is my file still tracked?” gotcha.
Starting a new repo?
If you’re spinning up a project to host your profile README, pair this with the GitHub Profile README Generator. Build your first .gitignore Generator file in seconds.
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