Getting Started
Introduction
Welcome to the Tentacle documentation. We are thrilled to guide you through your first steps with Tentacle.
What is Tentacle?
Tentacle is a browser extension designed to enhance the GitHub experience for development teams. It offers a seamless way to add links within your repositories and pull requests, making it easier for team members to access important resources and information.
Main Features
Tentacle main featues include:Backstage Compatibility
For teams already using Backstage, Tentacle provides immediate benefits without any additional setup required.
Automated Link Integration
Tentacle automatically detects the
catalog-info.yaml file in your repository’s root directory. It then reads the specified links and generates a new UI element that integrates smoothly into your GitHub interface.Pull Request Links
Tentacle surfaces the links defined in the
metadata.tentacle.pullRequestLinks section of the catalog-info.yaml file, providing your team with context-specific resources in the pull request view.Improved Resource Discovery
By centralizing important links, Tentacle helps your team quickly find what they need, reducing time spent searching for resources and improving overall productivity.