GitIgnore Guides & Tutorials

Learn the fundamentals of .gitignore files, what they do, and why every project needs one.

Step-by-step guide to creating, editing, and applying .gitignore files in your projects.

Learn how to add a .gitignore file to a project that already has commits and tracked files.

Different methods to create .gitignore files across various operating systems and editors.

Comprehensive troubleshooting for when your .gitignore rules aren't working as expected.

Deep dive into the mechanics of how Git processes .gitignore rules and pattern matching.

Professional best practices for writing maintainable and effective .gitignore files.

Master complex patterns, wildcards, negation rules, and advanced .gitignore techniques.

Strategies for managing .gitignore files in team environments and large codebases.

Set up Git LFS with safe .gitignore patterns, CI checks, and storage governance for large assets.

Design multi-layer ignore rules for packages, workspaces, and build tooling inside monorepos.

Keep pipelines clean by isolating artifacts, caches, and secrets across build/test/deploy stages.