SSH Key is a secure protocol that allows you to access your GitHub repositories without entering your username and password every time. It consists of two parts: a public key (added to GitHub) and a private key (kept on your computer). This guide will walk you through the process of adding an SSH Key to GitHub, step by step, so you can push and pull code more securely and efficiently. Setelah setup SSH Key selesai, Anda bisa mempelajari Git Flow untuk pemula untuk workflow yang lebih terstruktur.
An SSH Key is a pair of cryptographic keys used to authenticate your computer to GitHub. The public key is shared with GitHub, while the private key stays safe on your device. This method is more secure and convenient than using passwords.
First, you need to generate a new SSH Key. Open your terminal and run:
Press enter again to use the default file location. Then you'll see:
Enter a passphrase for extra security (optional, but recommended). If you set a passphrase, you'll be asked for it every time you use the key. If you leave it empty, you won't be prompted.
You'll get a confirmation like this:
After generating your SSH Key, you need to add the public key to GitHub. In your terminal, run:
You'll see output like this:
Copy all the text that appears. Then go to github.com and log in to your account.
Now, let's test your SSH Key by cloning a repository. Go to your GitHub repo, click the Code button, select SSH, and copy the URL.
Open your terminal and run:
Type yes and press enter. If you see this:
Enter your passphrase if you set one. If successful, you've now accessed your GitHub repository using SSH Key!
