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Overview

GitHub integration seamlessly connects your Nextd projects to GitHub repositories, providing enterprise-grade version control, team collaboration, and code portability. This powerful integration ensures your code is always backed up, versioned, and ready for collaborative development.
GitHub integration provides automatic bidirectional sync, meaning changes made in either Nextd or GitHub are instantly reflected on both platforms without manual intervention.

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Key Benefits

  • Automatic Version Control - Complete Git history and automated commits
  • Real-time Bidirectional Sync - Instant synchronization between Nextd and GitHub
  • Team Collaboration - Support for Pull Requests, Issue tracking, and code reviews
  • Code Portability - Standard Git workflow, deployable to any platform

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Setup Process

1

Initiate Connection

In the Nextd editor, click GitHub → Connect to GitHub and authorize the Nextd application to access your GitHub account.
2

Select Account

Choose between your personal account or organization account. Ensure you have administrator permissions to create and manage repositories.
3

Repository Creation

Nextd automatically creates a new GitHub repository and pushes your initial project code. The repository will be configured with appropriate settings for seamless synchronization.
4

Verify Sync

Confirm the connection is working by making a small change in Nextd and verifying it appears in your GitHub repository within moments.

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Synchronization Features

The GitHub integration uses intelligent webhooks to maintain real-time synchronization between platforms without manual intervention.
  • Default Branch Focus - Syncs the main/primary branch automatically
  • Bidirectional Updates - Changes flow seamlessly in both directions
  • Automated Operations - No manual git commands required
  • Conflict Detection - Smart handling of simultaneous edits
  • Instant Propagation - Changes appear within seconds

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Limitations

Account Limitations: Each Nextd account can connect to only one GitHub account, and automatic sync is limited to the default branch.
  • Single Account Binding - One GitHub account per Nextd account
  • Default Branch Only - Non-default branches don’t auto-sync
  • Repository Import - Cannot directly import existing external repositories

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Best Practices

Commit Standards:
  • Use clear, descriptive commit messages
  • Follow conventional commit format when possible
  • Make atomic commits for easier tracking
Branch Strategy:
  • Use the default branch for main development in Nextd
  • Create feature branches in GitHub for complex features
  • Merge back to default branch to maintain sync
Documentation:
  • Keep README files updated
  • Document integration setup and workflow
  • Maintain project change logs
GitHub Features:
  • Utilize Issues for project management
  • Implement Pull Request workflows
  • Use GitHub Projects for milestone tracking
Review Process:
  • Establish code review requirements
  • Set up branch protection rules
  • Configure automated checks and tests
Communication:
  • Use GitHub Discussions for team planning
  • Tag team members in relevant issues
  • Maintain clear contributor guidelines
GitHub integration transforms Nextd into a powerful collaborative development platform, combining AI-assisted development with professional version control and team collaboration capabilities.
Ready to connect your projects to GitHub? Start with the setup process above or contact our support team for assistance.