How do I set up a private Git repository on GitHub? Is it even possible?

Question

I intend to share my source code on an invite-only basis to a few dozen users maybe. The source code itself should not be public. Participants are allowed and encouraged to subm

Answer 1

Once you have a paid account on GitHub, it is not obvious how to create a private repository. To create a private repository for an organization with paid account, go to https://github.com/organizations/MYORGANIZATIONNAME.

The only way I've figured how to navigate there is:

• Go to to your organization's home page: https://github.com/MYORGANIZATIONNAME
• Click on the "Edit MYORGANIZATION's Profile" button at the top right
• Click on the "GitHub" icon at the top left (non-obvious)
• Click on the "News Feed" tab (non-obvious)
• Click on the "New Repository" button at the right ...