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Getting Started with GitHub CLI on Windows

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GitHub CLI (Command Line Interface) is a powerful tool that allows you to interact with GitHub repositories and perform various tasks using the command line. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of installing GitHub CLI on Windows and getting started with some basic commands.

Installing GitHub CLI on Windows

Step 1: Download GitHub CLI for Windows

• Visit the official GitHub CLI releases page at (https://cli.github.com/).
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• Click on the Downloads button to Download the setup file..

Step 2: Extract and Install GitHub CLI

• Open the folder where you extracted the files.
• Find and run the `gh.exe` executable. This will start the GitHub CLI installation process.
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• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
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• To verify that GitHub CLI has been installed successfully, open your Command Prompt or PowerShell window and type `gh –version`. You should see the GitHub CLI version you installed.
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Configuring GitHub CLI

Before you can start using GitHub CLI, you need to authenticate with your GitHub account.

Step 1: Login to Your GitHub Account

• In your Command Prompt or PowerShell window, type `gh auth login` and press Enter.
• Follow the prompts to authenticate with your GitHub account. You may need to open a web browser to complete the authentication.

Step 2: Choose Authentication Method

• During the authentication process, you’ll be asked to choose an authentication method. The most common method is to authenticate using a web browser. Follow the prompts to complete this process.

Step 3: Confirm Authentication

• Once authenticated, you’ll receive a success message in your Command Prompt or PowerShell window.

Using GitHub CLI

With GitHub CLI installed and configured, you can now start using it to interact with your GitHub repositories from the command line. Here are some common commands to get you started:

Creating a New Repository:

gh repo create <repository-name>

 

Cloning a Repository:

gh repo clone <repository-url>

 

Creating a Pull Request:

gh pr create –base <base-branch> –head <head-branch> –title “Your PR Title”

Viewing Repository Issues:

gh issue list

Viewing Repository Pull Requests:

gh pr list

Switching Between Repositories:

gh repo set -R <repository-name>

Viewing Repository Information:

gh repo view

Logging Out:

gh auth logout

Getting Help:

gh help

These commands are just the beginning. GitHub CLI offers a wide range of capabilities to streamline your interactions with GitHub repositories.

Now that you’re armed with GitHub CLI on your Windows machine, you have a powerful tool at your disposal to simplify your GitHub workflow and enhance your productivity.

Happy coding!

Install GitHub CLI on Windows (F.A.Q)