GitHub’s new markdown toolbar will make it easy to add context to your comments

While you’ve always been able to use markdown syntax for comments on Github, a new toolbar will make it easier for those without basic formatting know-how. The new toolbar is a WYSIWYG option that will be immediately familiar to those who write via a common CMS like WordPress. You can do things like make text bold, italicized or change the font size. Users can also add hyperlinks, or make lists (bulleted or numbered). GitHub-specific options like @mentions and pull request tagging ar