Question 1

How do I compare two .gitignore files?

Accepted Answer

Use our GitIgnore Diff tool to paste both .gitignore files and instantly see the differences. The tool highlights added, removed, and unchanged patterns side-by-side.

Question 2

Is there a free gitignore diff tool online?

Accepted Answer

Yes, GitIgnore.pro offers the only free online gitignore diff tool that compares two .gitignore files and shows detailed differences.

Question 3

Can I compare gitignore files from different projects?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Our diff tool works with any .gitignore files, allowing you to compare patterns between different projects and tech stacks.

Question 4

What is a .gitignore file?

Accepted Answer

A .gitignore file tells Git which files and directories to ignore when tracking changes in your repository. It helps keep your repository clean by excluding build files, dependencies, and other unnecessary files.

Question 5

How to fix gitignore not working?

Accepted Answer

If your .gitignore file is not working, try: 1) Clear Git cache with 'git rm -r --cached .', 2) Make sure the file is named exactly '.gitignore', 3) Check file syntax and patterns, 4) Ensure the file is in the repository root.

Question 6

How to use gitignore for Python projects?

Accepted Answer

For Python projects, include patterns like __pycache__/, *.pyc, .env, venv/, and .pytest_cache/. Use our Python gitignore template at https://gitignore.pro/python-gitignore for a complete setup.

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