Best of GitHub Blog — September 2024

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   The 10 best tools to green your software

   The post highlights the need for sustainable practices in tech due to growing concerns about climate change and energy consumption. It introduces GitHub’s Green Software Directory, a curated list of green software tools from the open-source community aimed at reducing carbon emissions through energy efficiency, hardware efficiency, and carbon awareness. Examples include tools for measuring power consumption, predicting resource usage, and optimizing energy use in various tech environments.

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   Boost your CLI skills with GitHub Copilot

   Enhance your command line skills with GitHub Copilot in the CLI, which assists in managing Git commands, GitHub-specific tasks, and generic terminal commands. With features like explaining computer science concepts, suggesting specific commands, and guiding through complex operations, Copilot in the CLI is a powerful tool for boosting productivity. Ensure you have the GitHub CLI installed, a Copilot subscription, and the Copilot extension set up in your terminal. Use built-in aliases and prompt engineering for efficient command explanations and suggestions. Try the given challenges to see Copilot in action.

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   How to build an open source metrics dashboard

   GitHub volunteers collaborated with the World Health Organization (WHO) to build an open source metrics dashboard as part of their Social Impact Skills-Based Volunteering program. This project aimed to ensure the health of WHO's open source ecosystem by measuring key metrics. The process involved addressing challenges like data storage, rate limits, and maintainability. Key practices for successful open source projects include building in the open, configuring for all users, and adopting strong community branding.

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