Github

GitHub is a web-based platform used primarily for version control and collaboration on software development projects. It was founded in 2008 by Tom Preston-Werner, Chris Wanstrath and PJ Hyett.

GitHub provides a distributed version control system that allows developers to collaborate on code and track changes over time. GitHub also provides hosting for Git repositories, as well as tools for managing workflows, reviewing code, and tracking issues.

GitHub is not only a platform for version control and collaboration on software development projects, but also allows users to host websites, documentation, and other project-related resources.

GitHub has a robust ecosystem of third-party tools and integrations that make it easy to use, such as continuous integration services, code analysis tools, and project management tools. GitHub also has a large community of developers who contribute to open source projects, share knowledge and help others solve problems. In 2018, Microsoft acquired GitHub for $7.5 billion.