How to generate a .gitignore for your stack

Create project-specific .gitignore files for Node, Python, Rust and monorepos — avoid committing secrets and build artifacts.

A good .gitignore prevents node_modules, .env files and OS junk from entering git history — reducing leak risk and repo bloat. Templates differ per language and IDE.

Tentaco Gitignore Generator combines stack presets locally — download a tailored file for your repo bootstrap.

Steps

Open Gitignore Generator in Automation Studio.
Select languages and tools (Node, Python, VS Code, macOS, etc.).
Preview merged rules — add custom patterns for your secrets or build dirs.
Download .gitignore and place at repository root.
Run git status to confirm ignored paths before your first commit.

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Gitignore Generator — stack templates