Hey everyone,
I’m really frustrated with GitHub’s issue tracker lately. It seems like every update brings more problems instead of solutions. Has anyone else noticed this?
Some things that are bugging me:
- The search function is super slow
- Labels keep disappearing
- Notifications are unreliable
Am I the only one feeling this way? What’s been your experience with GitHub issues recently? Any tips for dealing with these problems or alternatives you’d recommend?
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Maybe we can brainstorm some workarounds together.
I’ve been dealing with GitHub’s issue tracker for years, and I have to say, the recent changes have been frustrating. The search function’s sluggishness is a major pain point, especially when managing large projects. I’ve found that using more specific search terms and filters can help, but it’s still not ideal.
As for disappearing labels, I’ve encountered this too. My workaround has been to regularly export issues and their metadata as a backup. It’s extra work, but it’s saved me more than once.
Regarding alternatives, I’ve been experimenting with GitLab lately. Their issue tracker seems more stable and feature-rich. It might be worth exploring if GitHub’s issues continue to be problematic. However, migrating an entire project can be a significant undertaking, so weigh the pros and cons carefully.
yeah, github’s been a mess lately. i’ve noticed the same issues, especially with search. it’s like finding a needle in a haystack now.
for notifications, i’ve started using email filters to catch important ones. not perfect, but helps.
maybe try jira or asana? they’re not as code-focused, but might be worth a shot if github keeps this up.
I’ve been in the trenches with GitHub’s issue tracker for a while now, and I can definitely relate to your frustrations. The search function’s slowdown has been a real productivity killer for our team. We’ve resorted to using third-party tools like ZenHub to supplement GitHub’s native functionality, which has helped somewhat.
The disappearing labels issue is maddening. We’ve implemented a weekly audit process where someone on the team checks and reapplies labels as needed. It’s not ideal, but it’s keeping us sane for now.
As for notifications, we’ve found that integrating GitHub with Slack has improved our responsiveness. It’s not perfect, but it’s more reliable than GitHub’s native system.
Have you considered looking into Gitea? It’s an open-source alternative that’s been gaining traction. We’re evaluating it as a potential replacement if GitHub doesn’t address these issues soon. The learning curve isn’t too steep, and it offers more control over your development environment.