About
GitHub is a cloud-based platform that hosts Git repositories and provides tools for version control, CI/CD, code review, and project management. It serves individual developers, open-source communities, and enterprise teams building software together.
GitHub centers on Git repositories with unlimited public and private repos on every plan. Core features include GitHub Actions for CI/CD automation, Codespaces for instant cloud development environments, Dependabot for automated security updates, and Issues with Projects for agile planning. Advanced plans add protected branches, code owners, required reviewers, repository rules, and enterprise-grade security like secret scanning and data residency controls. The platform integrates natively with GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted coding across the workflow.
Pricing starts with a generous Free tier for individuals and organizations that includes unlimited repositories, 2,000 Actions minutes/month, 500 MB Packages storage, and 120 Codespaces core hours. The Team plan at $4/user/month adds 3,000 Actions minutes, 2 GB Packages, Codespaces access, and collaboration features like draft PRs and code owners. Enterprise Cloud starts at $21/user/month with SAML/SSO, managed users, 50,000 Actions minutes, 50 GB Packages, and compliance features. GitHub Copilot is available as a paid add-on with a free tier of 2,000 completions/month.