5 GitHub Mistakes That Make You Look Like an Amateur

Your GitHub profile is your digital resume. When tech leads look at your profile, they spot red flags instantly. Avoid these common mistakes to stand out:

1. Empty Green Graphs If you only push code once a month, it shows a lack of consistency. Try to code and commit daily—even if it's just a few lines.

2. The Dreaded "Initial Commit" Pushing your entire project in just one single commit looks unprofessional. Make frequent, meaningful commits (e.g., `feat: added login validation`).

3. Missing README Files A repository without a `README.md` is like a book without a cover. Always add a description, features list, and screenshots of your project.

4. Pushing Sensitive Data Never push your `.env` files containing API keys or database passwords to public repositories. Use `.gitignore` religiously.

> **Your Homework:** Go to your GitHub right now. Pick your best project and spend 15 minutes writing a clean, professional README.md for it.