Git No SSL - Shell/Bash

Introduction

When using Git, the most common and recommended way to interact with remote repositories is through HTTPS or SSH, both of which rely on secure SSL connections. However, in some scenarios or network environments, SSL may not be available or may cause issues. In such cases, there is a need for a workaround to use Git without SSL.

This guide will walk you through the steps to configure and use Git without SSL.

Prerequisites

To follow along with this guide, you should have the following:

• Git installed on your system.
• Basic knowledge of using Git on the command line.
• Access to a Git remote repository.

Steps to Configure Git Without SSL

Step 1: Edit Git Configuration

Open a terminal and execute the following command to open the Git configuration file in an editor:

git config --global --edit

This command will open the file .gitconfig in your system's default editor.

Step 2: Disable SSL Verification

Inside the editor, add the following lines to disable SSL verification for Git:

[http]
    sslVerify = false

Save the file and exit the editor.

Step 3: Verify Configuration

To verify that Git is now configured without SSL, execute the following command:

git config --global --get http.sslVerify

If it outputs false, then SSL verification has been successfully disabled.

Usage

Now that Git has been configured without SSL, you can use the regular Git commands as you would normally. For example:

• Clone a repository without SSL:

  git clone http://github.com/username/repo.git
  

• Add and commit changes:

  git add .
  git commit -m "Commit message"
  

• Push changes to the remote repository:

  git push
  

It is important to note that disabling SSL verification may expose you to security risks, and it is recommended to use this method only when necessary and in trusted network environments.

Conclusion

In this guide, we have learned how to configure Git without SSL and how to use it for interacting with remote repositories. Remember to use this method responsibly and enable SSL verification whenever possible to ensure the security of your Git interactions.