> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.delino.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installing GitHub App

> Connect your GitHub repositories to DevBird by installing the GitHub App

## Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

* An active DevBird account
* Admin access to the GitHub organization or repository you want to connect
* A GitHub account linked to your organization

## Installing the GitHub App

Follow these steps to connect your GitHub repositories to DevBird:

### 1. Navigate to Repositories

In the DevBird app, select the **Repositories** menu from the navigation.

### 2. Connect your GitHub account

Click on the option to connect your GitHub account. You'll be redirected to GitHub to authorize the connection.

### 3. Install the GitHub App

Click **Install GitHub App** to begin the installation process.

When prompted to select repositories:

* We recommend selecting **Only select repositories**
* Choose only the repositories you plan to use with DevBird
* This limits the app's access to only what you need

### 4. Connect repositories in DevBird

After installation, return to the DevBird app and select the repositories you want to use from the list of available repositories.

## Next steps

Once you've connected your repositories, you can start using DevBird to automate your development workflow.