.gitignore Generator
How to Use the Gitignore Generator
Select the languages, frameworks or development environments used in your project and generate matching .gitignore rules.
Practical Example
A Node.js project can ignore node_modules, local environment files and common build artifacts so generated dependencies are not committed.
Factors That Affect the Result
Project language, framework, operating system, IDE and repository policy determine which files should be excluded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does .gitignore do?
It tells Git which untracked files or patterns should normally be ignored.
Does .gitignore remove files already tracked?
No, already tracked files require separate Git actions before ignore rules take effect.
Should secrets be committed if they are ignored later?
No, sensitive secrets should never be committed in the first place.