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Thomas Claudius Huber

Git is one of the most popular version control systems. This course will teach you how to work with Git to track and store the changes of your source code. First, you will learn the bascis about Git. You will learn what version control systems are and how local, centralized, and distributed version control systems work. After this, you will learn how to set up Git on your machine. You'll learn how to configure Git, so that your name and email are stored with every commit.Next, you will learn how to work with local repositories. You will use the commandline to create a repository on your machine and I will show you how to stage and commit changes. After this, you will learn how to branch and merge your code to work on specific features of your project. You will also learn how to handle merge conflicts that can happen when multiple developers are working on the same code base.Finally, you will learn how to push your code to a remote repository on GitHub, how to clone an existing repository from GitHub, and how to use pull requests to collaborate with other developers.

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Git is one of the most popular version control systems. This course will teach you how to work with Git to track and store the changes of your source code. First, you will learn the bascis about Git. You will learn what version control systems are and how local, centralized, and distributed version control systems work. After this, you will learn how to set up Git on your machine. You'll learn how to configure Git, so that your name and email are stored with every commit.Next, you will learn how to work with local repositories. You will use the commandline to create a repository on your machine and I will show you how to stage and commit changes. After this, you will learn how to branch and merge your code to work on specific features of your project. You will also learn how to handle merge conflicts that can happen when multiple developers are working on the same code base.Finally, you will learn how to push your code to a remote repository on GitHub, how to clone an existing repository from GitHub, and how to use pull requests to collaborate with other developers.

After this course, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to use Git successfully in your projects.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Set up git on your machine
  • Create a local git repository
  • Stage and commit changes from the command line
  • View the history of your source code
  • Branch and merge your code to work on software features
  • Handle merge conflicts when working with branches
  • Push your code to a remote repository on github
  • Clone a remote repository from github
  • Create a pull request on github
  • Collaborate with other developers on github

Syllabus

Introduction
Create Your First Commit
What to Expect From This Course
Understanding the Git Basics
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What is a Version Control System?
Know the Different Types of Version Control Systems
Understand the Origin of Git
Summary
Create Another Commit

Check your knowledge of Version Control Systems and Git with the following learning questions.

Setting up Git on Your Machine
Install Git on Your Machine
Configure Username and Email
Cheat Sheet - Git Commands Used in This Section
Create and Merge a Pull Request

Check your knowledge of how to set up Git with the following learning questions.

Working with Local Repositories
Create a Local Repository
Understand the Three Main Areas
Know What Snapshots Are
Look at the History of Your Code
Ignore Files in the Working Directory
Forking a Repository on GitHub

Check your knowledge of working with local Git repositories with the following learning questions.

Branching and Merging Code
Merge the Pull Request From Julia
Create a Branch
Merge a Branch
Handle Merge Conflicts

Check your knowledge of branching and merging code with the following learning questions.

Pushing to a Remote Repository
What's Next?
Create a Repository on GitHub
Push Your Code to the Remote Repository
Clone the Repository
Pull Changes from the Remote Repository
Understand the Pull Command

Check your knowledge of pushing to a remote repository with the following learning questions.

Creating and Merging Pull Requests
What Is a Pull Request?

Check your knowledge of creating and merging pull requests with the following learning questions.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Builds a strong foundation for beginners who are new to version control systems
Teaches skills, knowledge, and tools that are highly relevant in industry
Examines the bascis of popular version control system: Git
Strengthens an existing foundation for intermediate learners who already understand the basics of version control systems
Develops professional skills or deep expertise in version control
Covers unique perspectives and ideas that may add color to other topics and subjects

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Git for Beginners with these activities:
Organize Course Materials
Organize your notes, assignments, and other course materials for easy reference.
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  • Create a system for organizing your materials.
  • Gather all of your materials.
  • Organize your materials.
Attend a Git Meetup
Connect with other Git users and learn about best practices.
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  • Find a local Git meetup.
  • Attend the meetup.
Explore Git Features
Expand your knowledge of Git by exploring advanced features.
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  • Find tutorials on Git features.
  • Follow the tutorials to learn and practice the features.
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Review Version Control with Git: Powerful Tools and Techniques for Collaborative Software Development
Review the concepts covered during the course and reinforce your understanding of version control using Git.
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  • Read chapters 1-3 of the book.
  • Summarize the key concepts of each chapter.
  • Identify areas where you need further clarification.
Practice Git Commands
Reinforce your understanding of Git commands and improve your proficiency.
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  • Set up a local Git repository.
  • Create a new branch.
  • Merge two branches.
  • Resolve merge conflicts.
Collaborate on a Git Project
Enhance your understanding of Git by collaborating with peers on a real-world project.
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  • Find a Git project on GitHub or GitLab.
  • Join the project as a contributor.
  • Work with other contributors to make commits, resolve merge conflicts, and review code changes.
Build a Git Workflow
Apply your skills to create a practical Git workflow for a software project.
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  • Define the project requirements.
  • Design a Git workflow for the project.
  • Implement the workflow using Git commands.
  • Test and refine the workflow.
Contribute to Git
Make a meaningful contribution to the Git community by reporting bugs or contributing code.
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  • Identify an issue or feature that you can contribute to.
  • Fork the Git repository.
  • Make changes to the codebase.
  • Submit a pull request.

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