GitHub Packages

2026-02-13T06:49:58+00:00

GitHub Packages Cheat Sheet GitHub Packages is an integrated package hosting service that allows you to host software packages—including containers, npm modules, and Java libraries—privately or publicly alongside your source code. It leverages your existing GitHub permissions, billing, and workflows to provide a seamless experience for managing your software dependencies and distribution. Key Concepts Package: A bundled unit of software (code, dependencies, metadata) Registry: A storage and distribution system for packages Scope: Organization/user namespace for packages Versioning: Semantic versioning support for package management Visibility: Public (open source) or Private (requires authentication) Supported Package Registries GitHub Packages supports multiple package ecosystems. [...]