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What is GitX?

GitX serves as a graphical interface tailored for Git on Mac OS X, featuring a history viewer similar to gitk and a commit interface that mirrors git gui, all while maintaining a refined OS X design. It is compatible with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and 10.6 Snow Leopard, but cannot be executed on prior versions due to its dependence on modern functionalities such as Garbage Collection. Moreover, it mandates an updated Git version, requiring at least 1.6.0 for proper operation. When users start GitX, they can conveniently activate command-line capabilities through the menu (GitX->Enable Terminal Usage), which places a “gitx” binary in /usr/local/bin. The application provides a robust history viewer, an attractive commit interface, and unique features like hunk- and line-wise staging that boost productivity. Users benefit from a seamless workflow, allowing them to traverse the revision tree effortlessly, take advantage of its stylish Aqua interface, and directly paste commits to gist.github.com, while also enjoying QuickLook integration. Essentially, GitX acts as a graphical facade for the frequently used Git commands, enabling users to manage their everyday Git tasks from a single platform. By focusing on enhancing usability, it seeks to make version control not only more accessible but also a more enjoyable experience for users on the Mac platform, thereby encouraging better engagement with Git.

What is GitHub Desktop?

Focus on what is essential instead of wrestling with Git. Whether you are a newcomer to Git or have extensive experience, GitHub Desktop simplifies your development workflow. You can effortlessly add co-authors to your commits, which is particularly beneficial for teamwork and serves as a great way to recognize that one person who helped fix a challenging bug. The history page shows attribution clearly, allows easy reversal of any unintended attributions, and lists all co-authors on GitHub. Moreover, you can keep track of all open pull requests in your repositories and engage with them as if they were local branches, regardless of whether they come from upstream branches or forks. It's also useful to identify which pull requests have passed their commit status checks! The latest iteration of GitHub Desktop improves your experience by introducing syntax highlighting for diffs in multiple programming languages. You can conveniently compare altered images side by side, fading between them or concentrating on specific changes. The app also enables you to open your preferred editor or terminal directly, or return to GitHub Desktop from your shell seamlessly. With these capabilities, GitHub Desktop not only eases version control but also nurtures a more collaborative and productive development atmosphere, making it an invaluable tool for developers of all levels.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

GitHub
Git
GitHub Pages
Hosted Graphite

Integrations Supported

GitHub
Git
GitHub Pages
Hosted Graphite

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

GitX

Company Website

gitx.frim.nl/

Company Facts

Organization Name

GitHub

Date Founded

2008

Company Location

United States

Company Website

desktop.github.com

Categories and Features

Categories and Features

Source Code Management

Access Controls/Permissions
Bug Tracking
Build Automation
Change Management
Code Review
Collaboration
Continuous Integration
Repository Management
Version Control

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