What is Octopurge — GitHub repo deletion CLI?
Octopurge is an open-source CLI to safely mass-delete GitHub repositories via your terminal. Log in with a fine-grained token, select repos interactively, confirm, purge. Built for devs. No GUI. Just power.
Problem
Users manually delete GitHub repositories one by one through the GUI, which is time-consuming and error-prone for large-scale cleanup
Solution
A CLI tool that enables users to mass delete GitHub repositories via the terminal by logging in with a fine-grained token, interactively selecting repos, and confirming deletions
Customers
Developers and DevOps engineers managing multiple repositories, particularly those in organizations or open-source projects requiring bulk cleanup
Unique Features
Terminal-first design (no GUI), interactive repo selection, open-source codebase, and fine-grained token security
User Comments
Saves hours of manual deletion
CLI simplicity is a game-changer
Secure token integration reduces risks
Essential for repo maintenance
Perfect for developers who live in terminals
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt (date unspecified), open-source with 500+ GitHub stars, 1k+ CLI installs, 200+ upvotes on PH
Market Size
GitHub hosts over 100 million repositories (2023 data), creating demand for management tools
