Question 1

What is a .gitignore file?

Accepted Answer

A .gitignore file is a plain text file where each line contains a pattern for files or directories that Git should ignore. These are typically build artifacts, log files, or local configuration files that shouldn't be committed to a repository.

Question 2

How do I use the Neel Online Viewer .gitignore Viewer?

Accepted Answer

Click the "Open Local File" button to select a .gitignore file from your device. The content of the file will then be displayed as plain text.

Question 3

Does this tool interpret or validate .gitignore patterns?

Accepted Answer

No, this viewer displays the raw text content of the .gitignore file. It does not validate the syntax or check if the patterns are effective.

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