Yes, you can use the Windows GitHub client and the GitHub Desktop client with GitLab, BitBucket or any other hosted Git solution. We only use it with HTTPS and you'll need a valid certificate if you do use HTTPS. It may work with HTTP as well.
How does GitLab integrate with GitHub desktop?
Using GitHub Desktop with GitLab (original version)
- Create Local Repository.
- 1.1 Tap on the "+" button in the upper-left of the GitHub Desktop window. ...
- 1.2 Enter the name of your new repository in the "Create" panel and tap "Create Repository" ...
- Link Remote Repository.
Can you connect GitLab and GitHub?
You can integrate your GitLab instance with GitHub.com and GitHub Enterprise. This integration enables users to import projects from GitHub, or sign in to your GitLab instance with their GitHub account.
