GitHub for Bloggers: A Simple Content Workflow

GitHub is not just for developers. It is a reliable way to back up your writing, track edits, and collaborate on content without confusion.

Why bloggers use GitHub

• Version history for every edit
• Easy collaboration with reviewers
• Safe drafts without overwriting
• A simple backup you control

Recommended folder structure

content/
  posts/
    my-post-title.mdx
  images/
    post-image.png

Keep images and posts organized so you can find them quickly.

The basic workflow

1. Create a new branch for each draft.
2. Write or edit your post.
3. Commit changes with a clear message.
4. Open a pull request to review and merge.

Example commands

git checkout -b draft/my-post
git add content/posts/my-post-title.mdx
git commit -m "Draft: my post title"
git push -u origin draft/my-post

Use Issues for planning

Create an Issue for each post idea:

• Title and working outline
• Target keyword
• Status notes

This keeps your editorial calendar in one place.

Keep content clean and original

For AdSense-friendly content:

• Write in your own words.
• Cite sources when you use data.
• Avoid copying large blocks of text.

Simple collaboration tips

• Ask for review before you publish.
• Use short, focused commits.
• Keep one post per branch.

Conclusion

GitHub helps bloggers stay organized, avoid lost drafts, and collaborate with confidence. Start small, keep your workflow simple, and your content will stay clean and traceable.