How to Create a New Code Repository

Most people choose to use the command line to manage their git repositories.  However, there are many different GUI clients available as well. If you do not have the ability to install software on your computer or do not want to learn how to use git, the Web portal may be used instead.

Operating System: Any

Applies To: Faculty or Staff using CaaS (Formerly WebApps)

Last Reviewed: November 17, 2022

We recommend using SmartGit, a cross-platform client that has been tested for the UB CaaS environment, but you can review a list of commonly used git clients at: https://git-scm.com/downloads

Instructions

  1. Log into https://ubvcs.buffalo.edu
  2. Click the + next to My Repositories
  3. Enter a Repository Name
  4. Determine if your repository should be private (recommended)
  5. Enter a Description
  6. Decide if you will use a git client (recommended) or the Web portal:
    • We recommend that you skip this step and use a git client to manage your files
    • If, however, you plan to use the Web portal to manage your files (optional), then check the box to Initialize this repository with selected files and template

See also

Git Videos
Git: About Version Control
Git: Getting a Git Repository
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