GitHub Will Burn Code Repositories to CD-ROM and Mail Them, Limited to 1000 People
The campaign is a direct response to the industry shift away from physical media, notably Sony's plan to end PS5 disc production in 2028, and positions GitHub's parent company Microsoft's rumored physical disc phase-out in a playful, nostalgic light.
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GitHub announced a campaign to write public code repositories onto physical CD-ROMs and mail them to users. The offer is limited to the first 1000 eligible applicants, one disc per person, with acceptance from July 2 to July 6, 2026. Delivery may take several weeks and is not available in all regions.
GitHub, the online code hosting platform, has announced a campaign to write public code repositories onto physical CD-ROMs and mail them to users. The company said, 'We heard you, and we agree. In light of recent trends in physical media, GitHub is pleased to announce that public repositories are now available on CD-ROM.' The offer is limited to the first 1000 eligible applicants, one disc per person, with acceptance running from July 2 to July 6, 2026. Delivery may take several weeks and is not available in all regions.
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