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With SSH agent forwarding enabled, you can perform git operations or connect to other servers using the forwarded SSH keys just as you would from your host machine.
With SSH agent forwarding enabled, you can perform git operations or connect to other servers using the forwarded SSH keys just as you would from your host machine.


== Conclusion ==
== Takeaways ==
SSH agent forwarding provides a secure and convenient way to manage SSH keys, especially in environments involving shared or embedded platforms. By leveraging this technique, developers can maintain a high level of security and efficiency in their workflows.


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* '''NEVER''' add SSH keys to a shared device.
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* Leave ''Personal Access Tokens''' for automated scripts and use them with minimal scope permissions.
 
* Use SSH agent forwarding instead :)
This page introduces the concept of SSH agent forwarding, outlines the problem it solves, explains the basics of SSH agents, and provides a step-by-step guide on forwarding SSH keys to embedded platforms. It's aimed at helping developers navigate the complexities of managing SSH keys in secure and shared environments.
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