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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which templates are included?
Fifteen across languages, frameworks, operating systems, editors, and tools — Node, Python, Rust, Go, Java, React, Next.js, Unity, macOS, Windows, Linux, JetBrains, VS Code, Docker, and Terraform.
Is anything uploaded?
No. The file is built entirely in your browser from built-in templates — nothing you select or type is sent or stored.
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