Configuring version control system

Explore how to configure the Version Control Systems (VCS) to manage project versions, track changes, and collaborate with teams to improve the overall development experience.

IBM API Studio integrates with VCS to provide seamless source control management, allowing users to collaborate on projects effectively. Currently, IBM API Studio supports integration with GitHub.

On first launch, the Welcome page opens to configure storage options, such as setting up the projects folder or VCS. You can access the same setup later from API Studio settings on the home page.

Authentication method for GitHub repositories

IBM API Studio uses the following mode of authentication to connect to GitHub servers.

Personal Access Token (PAT)

PATs are secure codes that you generate in your GitHub accounts to access repositories. This method works for both GitHub and GitHub Enterprise accounts. Users can control what the token can do, such as read, write, or manage repositories, making it flexible and secure for various needs. For more information, see Connecting to VCS by using a Personal Access Token.