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Gitignore Generator

Generate merged and deduplicated .gitignore output from stack presets.

About Gitignore Generator

Gitignore Generator lets you compose a practical `.gitignore` file from common stack presets and tooling profiles. Select one or many presets, merge rules, and copy deduplicated output in one step. It speeds project bootstrapping and prevents accidental commits of generated files, caches, and local environment artifacts.

Why use Gitignore Generator

  • Quickly scaffold ignore rules
  • Merge multiple stack presets
  • Avoid duplicated ignore entries

How to use Gitignore Generator

  1. Select relevant presets
  2. Generate merged output
  3. Copy into .gitignore at repo root

When to use Gitignore Generator

  • Starting new repositories
  • Converting projects to monorepos
  • Cleaning noisy commit histories

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I select multiple stacks?

Yes, presets are composable.

Is there a Select all option?

Yes, included in the UI.

Does it overwrite files directly?

No, it generates text only.

Are IDE patterns included?

Yes, VSCode and JetBrains are available.

Is processing local?

Yes.

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