Default branch for a new repository git hub

By default, when you create a new repository on GitHub, the default branch is named main. This was changed from master to main in June 2020 to better reflect the idea that the main branch of a repository is the primary branch where development happens, rather than a branch that represents a "master" version of the code.

Prior to June 2020, the default branch for a new repository on GitHub was indeed master. However, with the shift towards more inclusive and diverse language, GitHub decided to rename the default branch to main to better align with the company's values and to provide a more welcoming environment for all users.

So, if you create a new repository on GitHub today, the default branch will be main, and you can start working on your project right away!