We’ve all had that sinking feeling after hitting "enter" on a Git commit and realizing we just pushed a password, an API key, or a massive file we didn't mean to.
The worst part? Simply deleting the file and committing again doesn't actually get rid of it. It’s still hidden in your Git history, and anyone who looks closely enough can find it.
I just published a new article with LinkIT - INTECS on how to fix this mistake for good.
In the article, I talk about:
✹ Why the "Delete" button isn't enough when it comes to Git.
✹ How to use BFG Repo-Cleaner, a simple tool that wipes files from your history forever.
✹ Step-by-step instructions on how to set it up and run it without breaking your project.
✹ A quick fix for the most common errors people run into.
If you want to keep your projects clean and your secrets actually secret, check it out here:
https://lnkd.in/gdEw3m2H
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