How do I enable GitHub Advanced Security?

Repo settings > Security > Advanced Security. Toggle Dependabot, CodeQL, secrets. Public repos: instant. Private: license up.

What does Dependabot do in GitHub?

Scans deps for vulns, files PRs with updates. Review before merge—don't be dumb.

Is GitHub secret scanning free?

Yes for public repos. Catches leaked keys fast. Revoke manually.

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DevTools Feed Apr 02, 2026 4 min read 14 views

GitHub Security tab showing Dependabot alerts and secret scanning results

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Enable GHAS free on public repos: secret scanning, Dependabot, CodeQL basics. 𝕏
Tools automate basics but demand review—blind trust equals breaches. 𝕏
AI fixes like Copilot loom, but human oversight remains king. 𝕏

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