Are you looking to set up GitHub authentication on your macOS device? Whether you prefer using the command line or VS Code for your Git repositories, it’s essential to configure your GitHub credentials correctly to avoid authentication issues. In this article, we’ll outline the steps to set up GitHub credentials on macOS and ensure smooth usage of Git tools.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

  1. Make sure you have Homebrew installed on your macOS device.

  2. Open the command line and run the following command to install the GitHub command-line tool:

brew install gh
  1. Once the installation is complete, use the following command to begin the GitHub authentication process:
gh auth login

  1. Follow the prompts to enter your authentication details. You’ll be asked to choose the authentication protocol - select HTTPS for secure authentication.

  2. Next, confirm your choice by entering ‘Y’ when prompted.

  3. Afterward, a browser window will open, prompting you to log in to your GitHub account. Enter your credentials and click on the Authorize GitHub button to grant access to the GitHub command-line tool.

  4. Once you’ve successfully logged in and authorized the tool, you’ll receive a confirmation message in your terminal window.

  5. Return to your terminal or open VS Code to start using Git with your GitHub credentials.

By completing these steps, you’ll have successfully set up your GitHub credentials on macOS. Whether you prefer using the command line or VS Code, you can now interact with your Git repositories seamlessly.