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The GitHub API works for public repos and private repos you allow.
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GitHub SEO
Repo description, topics and README
For open source and developer products, GitHub search matters. The description, topics and README should say what you do at first glance.
Full tracking for this surface is in development. This page describes the intended scope, and the free tools work today.
What we check
- Does the description say what it does in one sentence?
- Are topics added?
- Does the README include setup and an example?
Limit: We don’t recommend tactics like buying stars, and rankings aren’t guaranteed.
Field limits
Rules can change. Each row shows its source and verification status.
| Field | Limit | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topics | 20 topics, each up to 50 characters | Verified with an official source | docs.github.com |
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