Gift Guide: What to Get the Developer Who Has Everything

Finding the right gift for the developer in your life can feel like debugging without a stack trace. Whether you're shopping for a coworker, a friend, or treating yourself, the GitHub Shop's holiday lineup has plenty of options—from practical accessories to conversation-starting apparel. Here's a rundown of standout picks this season.

Wearables That Make a Statement

Person wearing a red, black and green ugly sweater with GitHub designs and Octocats. They are holding a GitHub Diner Mug with an Octocat with the text Drink it.

For holiday parties or family gatherings, the ugly sweater is a classic choice. Made from 100% recycled, soft woven fabric, it's bound to get you talking—whether you're explaining Git to relatives or showing it off at the office party.

Person wearing a black hoodie facing away from the camera. On the back of the hoodie is a glow in the dark Copilot surrounded by stars and planets.

Late-night coders and New Year's celebrants alike can light up with the glow-in-the-dark Copilot Hoodie or t-shirt, paired with coordinating Copilot Socks. If those aren't your style, other sock options come in fresh colors and designs.

For colder weather, the new bucket hat offers protection from sun, snow, or anything in between. Prefer something warmer? The beanie selection has you covered.

Drinkware and Desk Accessories

Stanley cup with an invertocat in the foreground. In the background is a person rollerskating.

The Invertocat Stanley Tumbler brings a developer twist to the viral cup trend, available in creme and green. It keeps beverages at the right temperature whether you're traveling or monitoring a deployment.

Close up of the GitHub Diner Mug with an Octocat and text says Drink it! In the background are other cups and bowls.

Looking for a cozy touch? The "Ship it" Diner Mug recreates that roadside diner feel, perfect for reminiscing about projects shipped over the past year.

For keyboard customization, PBT Keycaps—compatible with Cherry MX or similar switches—come in an assorted pack of eight. They're a functional upgrade that adds a personal touch to any keyboard setup.

For the Whole Family

Man wearing a black GitHub hoodie holding a kid upside down who is also wearing a black GitHub hoodie.

Young coders in the making will appreciate the Octokitten Hoodie paired with an Octocat Plushie. For family photo moments, matching Octocat Hoodies let everyone join in.

Take a Break

A person wearing a green top sits at a wooden table holding playing cards designed with GitHub graphics. The table features a spread of cards in black, red, and white, along with snacks, drinks, and a card box with gold detailing.

Sometimes the best way to solve a coding problem is to step away from the keyboard. A set of playing cards works as a stocking stuffer or a quick break activity for friends and family.

Four skateboard decks displayed in a row against a white background, featuring colorful and layered graphics with bold text "GITHUB" in multiple orientations. The designs include cartoon-like characters, binary numbers, and vibrant colors like yellow, orange, purple, and green.

The GitHub Skateboard Deck, new this season, serves double duty: ride it for a real break or display it as wall art that shows up well in video calls.

Twinning Sets

Person wearing the Sportiqe hoodie, pulling the hoodie over his head. In the background is a forest.

For those wanting to match with a fellow developer, the Sportiqe Hoodie now has a companion in the cropped crewneck. The hoodie is made from tri-blend fleece for extra softness, while the crewneck serves as a lighter layer, both featuring matching green Invertocat patches.

If none of these fit the bill, The GitHub Shop has more items to browse, including seasonal markdowns on popular products. Order early to avoid sellouts.