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SEO: How to Outrank Github Repo?

Until recently my site (https://usegravity.app) was ranking number one for my chosen keywords.

However, I’m now ranking third behind two Github repos. Is it possible to reclaim my #1 spot given that Github have a much higher domain authority and a tonne of back links?

on April 5, 2020
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    If you can share the keywords for which you were ranking, then I could take a look and be able to give you some feedback.

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      Of course - thank you!

      Keywords: node js saas boilerplate

      Notably, I am still ranking #1 for: node js saas template (outranking same competitors)

      Do I need to use ‘boilerplate’ term some more on my page?

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        Kyle, here is my feedback.

        1. There is only instance of "Node JS SAAS boilerplate" on the page. Try improving the instances of this keyword on your landing page 2-3 times in a way that looks natural.

        2. Title tag change is suggested. Your current title tag is

        Gravity - SaaS Boilerplate Template for Node.js & React.js React Native

        I would bring the keywords further forward in the tag

        SaaS Boilerplate Template for Node.js & React.js & React Native | Gravity

        1. Github definitely has an edge due to its high authority and because of its popularity. I would say that continue with your efforts to outrank Github but at the same time, would it be possible for you to also build a similar such page on Github as others have or would it defeat the purpose of your site?

        If the latter isn't true, you should actually try working on Github too and get your Github page ranked above those that are already there.

        1. Your domain authority is low given the site doesn't have backlinks which in turn impacts the site reputation for Google. So try building at least 3-4 high quality backlinks every month through blogger outreach/interviews, etc.

        2. Cover a lot more on the topic at hand on your blog. If you have 5-10 articles on the subject, Google will gradually start seeing you as a specialist in the subject.

        For starters, I would work on points 1, 2, 4 followed by 5 and 3. I hope that helps you.

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          That is some pretty nice feedback. If I ever get my landing done I'm pinging you :)

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          Awesome. Nice Tips :)

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          Thank you so much Collin! This is so helpful.

          Yes, I can setup a Github page, I'd planned to do this to release some open source tools, but I'll have promo text/keywords on there to lead people to my site.

          Will get to work on the blog and backlinks too.

          Thank you :-)

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            if you need feedback from an open source lurker, let me know.

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              Well, my plan is to release some SaaS components that I've been building that aren't part of Gravity, things like an inline text editor/formatter, oAuth framework and other bits and pieces.

              Although, I'd love to hear what you think would be useful for the community :-)

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            Let me know how it works out Kyle :)

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              I will do :-) I've added your suggestions and made a few other changes (added sitemap, added page-specific meta tags) just waiting for it to be crawled now.

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                Rather than waiting for Google to index your URL, you can re-submit it for crawling in Google search console tool - https://support.google.com/webmasters/answer/9012289

                Usually your page will get recrawled within 24 hours

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                  Looks like I'm back to the #1 spot – thank you so much :-)

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                  Genius, thank you!

                  @ArcingSeven