Steps to Generate SSH Key
Step 1: First, open your Git Bash terminal. Now, just run the following commands to get your keys. Type ssh-keygen -o and then press enter. It will ask, for some confirmations, just press Enter, y, Enter, and Enter respectively.
Step 2: Type cat ~/.ssh/id_rsa.pub and then press enter. It will automatically generate your SSH key (it starts with “ssh-rsa”). Now copy the key and Add it as a “New SSH key” present there in the SSH and GPG keys section of your Github profile setting.
How to Generate Public SSH or GPG Keys using Git Commands?
Now you’re good to go.
How to Generate Public SSH or GPG Keys using Git Commands?
For secure communication and authentication, public-key cryptography plays an important role. Whether you’re collaborating on open-source projects or securing your own repositories, generating public SSH (Secure Shell) or GPG (GNU Privacy Guard) keys is important. These keys serve as your digital identity, allowing you to authenticate with remote servers or sign your commits securely. In this article, we’ll explore how to generate these keys using Git commands.