Gitignore Generator - Create Custom .gitignore Files
Generate .gitignore files tailored to your project. Choose your stack and instantly get a ready-to-use configuration.
How to Use the Gitignore Generator
- Select one or more technologies (Node, React, Python, Java, VSCode, etc.)
- Click the Generate button
- Copy the generated .gitignore file
- Paste it into your project root as .gitignore
💡 Pro Tip: You can select multiple technologies and the generator will merge them into a single file.
What is a .gitignore Generator?
A .gitignore generator is a tool that creates a `.gitignore` file for your project. This file tells Git, the version control system, which files and directories to ignore and not track. This is essential for keeping your repository clean and avoiding committing unnecessary files like dependencies, logs, or build artifacts.
Why Use Our .gitignore Generator?
- Save Time: To quickly generate a comprehensive `.gitignore` file without having to remember all the common files to ignore for different languages and frameworks.
- Avoid Mistakes: To prevent accidentally committing sensitive information or large, unnecessary files to your repository.
- Best Practices: To start your project with a standard, community-vetted `.gitignore` file that follows best practices.
- Customization: To easily combine `.gitignore` rules for multiple technologies in a single project (e.g., a Node.js backend with a React frontend).
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