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GitHub

Where code lives: repositories, collaboration, free static hosting via Pages, and a public portfolio that employers read.

Free + Paidpricing: Free + PaidFree unlimited public and private repositories; paid tiers add team features.

Who is this for?

Developers and technical freelancers — plus anyone whose portfolio benefits from visible, working code.

Overview

GitHub hosts Git repositories and adds collaboration tools — pull requests, issues, and reviews. GitHub Pages serves static sites (portfolios, project demos) free of charge, and a maintained profile doubles as a credibility signal for clients and employers.

Key Features

  • Unlimited free repositories
  • GitHub Pages free static hosting
  • Actions for automation and deploys
  • Public contribution history builds trust

Free or Paid?

Free unlimited public and private repositories; paid tiers add team features.

A free plan is available, so you can explore the basics before deciding whether to pay.

Why we included it

Our take
Non-negotiable for developers: keep pinned repositories polished and host your portfolio on Pages before paying for hosting.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • The professional standard for code portfolios
  • Pages hosting costs nothing

Cons

  • Not aimed at non-technical users
  • Static hosting only — no backend

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