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Gitolite: Host Git Repos with Fine-Grained Access Control

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Lobsters ·

Gitolite is an open-source tool that lets you host Git repositories on a central server with per-user, per-repository access permissions. It uses SSH keys for authentication and a simple configuration file to manage access, making it ideal for teams that need granular control without a full DevOps platform. The project has been maintained for over a decade and is widely used in self-hosted setups.

Meridian48 take
While Gitolite is mature and reliable, its manual configuration approach may feel dated compared to modern Git hosting services like GitHub or GitLab, but it remains a lightweight option for those who prioritize control over convenience.
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