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Git for developers

managing workflows and conflicts

Henrique Branco

Get ready to level up your Git skills with this dynamic 1-hour project-based course! You'll dive into collaborative code development and emerge with the ability to leverage advanced Git features effectively. This course equips you with the essential skills needed for seamless team collaboration in a development environment, from mastering branching strategies to tackling merge conflicts and applying rebasing techniques.

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Get ready to level up your Git skills with this dynamic 1-hour project-based course! You'll dive into collaborative code development and emerge with the ability to leverage advanced Git features effectively. This course equips you with the essential skills needed for seamless team collaboration in a development environment, from mastering branching strategies to tackling merge conflicts and applying rebasing techniques.

What sets this project apart is its practical, hands-on approach that simulates real-world scenarios. You'll gain confidence in managing complex development environments and honing your Git prowess, which is essential for maintaining a smooth workflow. Perfect for developers aiming to enhance their Git proficiency, this project ensures you play a key role in team projects, contributing to an efficient and harmonious development process.

In addition, learners will build a FastAPI project with the instructor, combining practical Git skills with real-world application development. This integration ensures you not only master Git but also apply your skills to a cutting-edge web framework, enhancing your overall development expertise.

Prior to taking this course, you must know the basic commands and workflow (git add, git commit, git push, git pull) of Git. Familiarity with any programming language is also necessary, along with some previous development experience or basic Python knowledge. Additionally, ensure you have Git, VSCode, and Python installed on your system.

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Project Overview
Did you know that Git is used by over 70% of developers worldwide for version control, and GitHub is the most prominent host of source code in the world? This Guided Project is designed to assist software developers in mastering advanced topics in Git to streamline their collaborative development processes. Throughout this project-based course, developers will delve into advanced Git concepts, including branching strategies, rebasing, resolving merge conflicts and development workflows. Participants will embark on practical exercises to apply these advanced concepts in real-world scenarios, such as managing feature branches, collaborating with remote repositories and solving conflicts. This project offers a unique opportunity for developers to deepen their understanding of Git, enabling them to optimize their collaborative development workflows effectively. To succeed in this project, participants should have a solid understanding of basic Git concepts.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Teaches advanced Git features, such as branching strategies and rebasing, that are highly relevant to collaborative development processes
Utilizes a practical, hands-on approach that simulates real-world scenarios, enabling learners to apply their skills in a practical environment
Combines Git skills with real-world application development using a cutting-edge web framework, FastAPI, providing learners with a comprehensive learning experience
Taught by Henrique Branco, an experienced instructor, ensuring the delivery of high-quality instruction and guidance
Suitable for developers with basic Git knowledge and some previous development experience, making it accessible to a wide range of learners

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Review Git basics
Refresh your understanding of Git's core concepts and commands before diving into advanced topics.
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  • Refer to Git documentation or online resources to recap the basics.
  • Practice common Git commands in a local repository.
Initiate a personal Git project
Enhance your Git skills by starting a personal Git project, allowing you to apply your knowledge in a practical setting.
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  • Identify an idea or concept that interests you and start a Git repository.
  • Conceive and develop the project's functionality.
  • Track your changes and experiment with different Git features.
Practice Git commands
Put your Git knowledge to the test by practicing common commands in a hands-on environment.
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  • Create a Git repository and add some files.
  • Make changes to the files and commit them.
  • Create a branch and merge it back to the main branch.
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Follow a Git branching tutorial
Supplement the course content by exploring a detailed tutorial on Git branching strategies, reinforcing your understanding.
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  • Find a reputable tutorial on Git branching.
  • Follow the tutorial's instructions step-by-step, creating a Git repository and practicing different branching operations.
  • Apply the concepts learned to a personal project.
Participate in a Git study group
Deepen your Git understanding by engaging with peers in a study group, sharing knowledge, and tackling challenges together.
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  • Find or form a study group with fellow students.
  • Regularly meet to discuss Git concepts, practice exercises, and help each other overcome challenges.
  • Take turns presenting and explaining Git topics to the group.
Contribute to an open-source Git project
Gain practical experience and contribute to the Git community by participating in an open-source Git project.
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  • Find an open-source Git project that aligns with your interests.
  • Review the project's documentation and codebase to understand its structure and purpose.
  • Identify areas where you can contribute, such as bug fixes, feature enhancements, or documentation improvements.
  • Submit a pull request with your changes and engage with the project maintainers.

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