GitHub Pages

GitHub Pages is a static site hosting service provided by GitHub that allows users to publish websites directly from a GitHub repository. It automatically builds and deploys sites from HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files, supporting custom domains and HTTPS. It is commonly used for project documentation, personal portfolios, blogs, and simple web applications.

Also known as: Github Pages, GitHubPages, GH Pages, GitHub Static Hosting, GitHub Site Hosting

Why learn GitHub Pages?

Developers should use GitHub Pages when they need a free, easy-to-deploy platform for static websites, such as for hosting project documentation, personal blogs, or portfolio sites. It integrates seamlessly with GitHub repositories, enabling automatic updates with each commit, and is ideal for projects that don't require server-side processing or complex backend infrastructure.

Learning Resources

• docs: GitHub Pages Documentation
• tutorial: Getting Started with GitHub Pages - GitHub Skills
• tutorial: GitHub Pages Tutorial for Beginners - freeCodeCamp
• course: Build a Blog with Jekyll and GitHub Pages - Coursera