The GitHub CLI command line device has reached 1.Zero launch standing. The device is meant to assist builders cut back context switching by permitting them to run their GitHub workflow from the terminal, from points via releases.
Introduced September 17 after a beta interval courting again to February, GitHub CLI calls the GitHub API to script actions and set a customized alias for any command. GitHub CLI is on the market for repos hosted on GitHub.com and GitHub Enterprise Server 2.20 or increased. Access to Enterprise Server has been the most-requested functionality for the reason that beta was introduced. The CLI additionally might be configured to make use of SSH (safe shell) and the developer’s most popular editor.
Other requests fulfilled for the reason that beta embrace:
- Creation and viewing of repositories.
- Closing, reopening, and including labels, assignees, and including extra points to tug requests. Metadata might be added to points and pull requests.
- Viewing the diff, reviewing, and merging pull requests.
- Creation of aliases for any command utilizing
gh alias set
GitHub CLI works on Windows, Linux, and macOS. Instructions for its use are featured on the bulletin saying the arrival of GitHub CLI 1.0.
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