@github: We heard you. And we agree. In light of recent developments in physical media, GitHub is proud to announce that you can…
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GitHub announces that users can now order a CD-ROM containing their public repository, offering a physical, retro way to own their code.
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We heard you. And we agree.
In light of recent developments in physical media, GitHub is proud to announce that you can now obtain your public repo on CD-ROM.
Keep it. Lend it to friends. Pass it on to your children.
Your code is physically yours, forever. Until you lose it, let’s be real.
Order yours today. https://gh.io/cd
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