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Cloning branch to new repo without command line (wo-cli)

Certainly! You can copy the repository to your GitHub account using the GitHub web interface without using the command line. Here are the steps to do so:

Method 1: Use GitHub's Import Tool

This method allows you to create a new repository in your account by importing the existing one.

Steps:

  1. Access the Import Repository Tool:

  2. Enter the Repository URL:

    • In the field labeled "Your old repository’s clone URL", paste the URL of the repository you want to copy:
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      https://github.com/Fab-AF/elearn-ai.git

  3. Configure Your New Repository:

    • Owner:
      • Ensure your account (Sinvidia) is selected as the owner.
    • Repository Name:
      • Enter a name for your new repository (e.g., elearn-ai).
    • Privacy:
      • Choose whether you want the repository to be Public or Private.

  4. Start the Import:

    • Click on the "Begin Import" button.

  5. Wait for the Import to Complete:

    • GitHub will begin importing the repository. This process might take a few minutes.

  6. Verify the New Repository:

    • Once the import is complete, navigate to https://github.com/Sinvidia/elearn-ai to access your copied repository.

Method 2: Fork the Repository

Forking is a simple way to copy a repository, but it maintains a connection to the original repository. This can be useful if you want to pull in future updates.

Steps:

  1. Navigate to the Original Repository:

  2. Fork the Repository:

    • Click on the "Fork" button located at the top-right corner of the page.

  3. Select Your Account:

    • Choose your account (Sinvidia) as the destination for the fork.

  4. Access Your Forked Repository:

    • After the process completes, your forked repository will be available at https://github.com/Sinvidia/elearn-ai.

Additional Considerations

  • Import vs. Fork:

    • Importing creates a new repository without any link to the original, which is ideal if you want complete independence.
    • Forking keeps a connection to the original repository, allowing you to fetch and merge updates from it.

  • Licensing:

    • Ensure that the repository's license permits copying. Check the LICENSE file or the repository's README for licensing information.

  • Update Repository Details:

    • After copying, you might want to update the repository's description, README, and other documentation to reflect its new ownership and any changes you plan to make.

  • Set Up Branches and Tags (If Importing):

    • The import tool copies the default branch. If you need other branches or tags, you might need to use the command line or consider forking instead.

Summary

By using GitHub's web interface, you can easily copy the elearn-ai repository to your account Sinvidia either by importing it as a new repository or by forking it. Choose the method that best fits your needs.

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