How to Change a GitHub Repo Name (Step-by-Step Guide)
на канале: Guidr
Learn how to rename a GitHub repository and update your local project so everything keeps working seamlessly. Whether you're reorganizing your projects or making your repo name more descriptive, this guide walks you through every step.
In this video, we'll cover the complete process of renaming a repository on GitHub—from accessing Settings to updating your local git remote. You'll also learn why it's important to notify collaborators and connected services before renaming, and how to verify your changes are working correctly.
What you'll learn in this video:
✅ How to access Repository Settings and find the Repository name section on GitHub
✅ How to rename your repository and apply the change with the Rename button
✅ How to update your local repository remote URL using git remote set-url origin
✅ How to verify your new remote URL is saved correctly with git remote -v
✅ Why renaming affects GitHub Actions, GitHub Pages, and external tools
✅ Best practices for notifying collaborators before renaming an important project
By the end of this video, you'll confidently rename any GitHub repository without breaking your workflow or losing connections to your project.
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