GitHub, Inc.

Developers needed a scalable, web-based platform for hosting Git repositories, collaborating on code, and managing projects without relying on self-hosted servers.

GitHub provides a cloud-hosted Git service with collaboration tools like pull requests, issue tracking, wikis, and automation via GitHub Actions.

GitHub addressed the critical need for developers to host Git repositories on a scalable, web-based platform. Previously, developers often relied on self-hosted servers, which presented challenges in terms of maintenance, accessibility, and collaboration. GitHub provided a solution by offering a cloud-hosted Git service that streamlined code management and facilitated collaboration through features such as pull requests, issue tracking, wikis, and automation capabilities via GitHub Actions. This comprehensive suite of tools enabled teams to work more efficiently and effectively on software development projects. The platform's success ultimately led to its acquisition by Microsoft on June 4, 2018, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of the software development ecosystem.