@octokit/core is the foundation of the Octokit libraries, offering a low-level, unopinionated HTTP client for interacting with the GitHub API. It manages authentication, request signing, and media type previews, allowing developers granular control over API requests. It's ideal for crafting custom GitHub workflows or integrating directly with the REST API without relying on higher-level abstractions. It avoids assumptions, empowering developers to meticulously tailor their API interactions.
@octokit/core's release frequency is highly variable. It started strong in late 2019 and 2020, with several months having multiple releases. There were periods of inactivity, especially in 2021 and parts of 2022 & 2023. Release activity has continued up to August 2025 with a mix of major and minor version updates, with an apparent increase in releases every few months.
@octokit/core downloads show a strong upward trend. From March 2024 to August 2025, monthly downloads steadily increased, peaking in June 2025, followed by a slight decrease in July and August. September 2025 is not complete and shows a lower dowload.
