How to use the command 'hub init' (with examples)

The hub init command is used to initialize a new local git repository. It automatically creates a new repository on the remote GitHub server and adds it as a remote in the local repository. This makes it easier to work with GitHub repositories without having to manually create them first.

Use case 1: Initialize a new local repository

Code:

hub init

Motivation: The hub init command is useful when starting a new project and wanting to version control it using Git. By using this command, both the local repository and the corresponding GitHub repository can be created with a single command.

Explanation: The hub init command initializes a new local Git repository using the current directory. It also creates a remote repository on GitHub with the same name as the current directory. The GitHub repository is then added as a remote called “origin” in the local repository.

Example output:

Initialized empty Git repository in /path/to/your/project
[hub] Creating repository my-project on GitHub
[hub] Git remote hub.origin set

Conclusion:

The hub init command is a convenient way to quickly initialize a new local Git repository and corresponding GitHub repository. It eliminates the need to manually create the GitHub repository and set up the remotes.