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Introduction

The .gitignore file is a simple text file that tells Git which files and folders in a repo it should ignore. These files can be stored at the repo level or at the global level. To get a good setup for your needs, you can use gitignore.io to create your file with the entries you need.

Using Git on macOS

Using Git on macOS provides a powerful and streamlined way to manage your source code and collaborate with others. With its robust command-line interface and integration with popular code editors like Visual Studio Code, Git enables version control and efficient project management for developers. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essentials of getting started with Git on macOS, from installation to basic commands and best practices.