Skip Workspace Setup with Gitpod Prebuilds
Gitpod Prebuilds cache repository setup so workspaces start faster, with limits on secrets, build minutes, and cache staleness.
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Gitpod Workspace Starts Slowly Because the Prebuild Didn't Run: A Diagnostic Guide
Your Gitpod workspace runs init in the foreground because the prebuild didn't run, failed, or doesn't match your commit. Here's how to diagnose which, fix it, and verify the fix.
What Actually Survives a Codespaces Rebuild — and What Quietly Doesn't
A Codespaces rebuild wipes part of your environment and preserves the rest. Learn which files survive, how to keep databases alive across rebuilds, and how to audit storage costs.
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