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# [Environment variables and hiding secrets](https://rishav10.hashnode.dev/environment-variables-and-hiding-secrets?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

How to not push your API Keys to GitHub

Oct 14, 2022 · 2 min read · rishav10.hashnode.dev  
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