I recently set up a GitHub account for my coding journey with The Odin Project (TOP). I came across a comment that said employers often check GitHub profiles and commit histories when hiring, and that having quality commits can make me stand out as a newbie developer. I'm wondering if I should create a new GitHub account once I feel more confident, or just keep using the one I started with during my learning phase.
3 Answers
Honestly, most employers probably won't dig deep into your GitHub. If a rare employer does, you can always tidy up your profile later. Right now, focus on learning git itself; just make your GitHub look presentable when you start applying.
The idea that employers actually comb through your commit history is pretty exaggerated. They usually just glance at your projects. It makes sense, right? Would you spend time digging into a hundred applicants' GitHub accounts? Just keep your repos organized, and if you have junk repos, set them to private or add READMEs explaining what they are.
I recommend keeping your GitHub account and just hiding any repos that aren't up to par. Most employers are more interested in the projects you’ve built, not the minutiae of your commits. Plus, you can always edit commit messages down the line!
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