GitHub Account Decoration Tutorial 2022

Introduction

• Happy New Year to viewers
• Purpose: To modify GitHub account appearance for 2022
• Goal: Transform a boring GitHub profile into an attractive one

Setting up the GitHub Profile

1. Create a Repository

   • Click on the '+' sign and select 'New Repository'
   • Repository name should match your GitHub username (e.g., 'rishabh')
   • Set the repository to Public
   • Check the option to Add a README file
   • Click on Create Repository

2. Editing the README

   • After creating the repository, a README file will be generated.
   • Modify the README with personal details:
     • Title: Your name
     • Subtitle: Short description (e.g., "I am a passionate Frontend Developer from India")
     • Current Work: Optional link or text
     • Collaboration Interests: (Optional)
     • Learning: List skills (e.g., React Native)
     • Contact Info: Email and portfolio link
     • Skills Section: List programming languages and technologies you know
     • Social Profiles: Include GitHub, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
     • Add-ons: Options like display visit account, profile star card, etc.
   • Click Generate README to create markdown code

Adding Images to the Profile

• Animated Images:

  • Search for desired GIFs or images online
  • Open the image in a new tab to get the URL
  • Embed the image using an HTML image tag in the README

• Banner Images:

  • Find a banner GIF image online and copy the URL
  • Embed at the top of the README using the appropriate code

Committing Changes

• After modifying and adding content:
  • Copy the entire code from the notepad
  • Go to GitHub, navigate to the README, and click on the edit icon
  • Paste the code into the README
  • Click on Preview to see the changes
  • Commit the changes to save the new profile look

Conclusion

• Result: A revamped and visually appealing GitHub profile
• Encouragement to like, subscribe, and share the video with friends
• Closing remarks and invitation for next video