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Learn about Git and version control setup, Git config, commits, branching, resolving merge conflicts, and key commands like Git pull, Git rebase, and Git stash for seamless workflows.

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This comprehensive course is your ultimate guide to learning Git and version control. You’ll start with the basics of Git version control, such as setting up your Git config and running basic terminal commands like the echo command. Then, you’ll explore GitHub as a development platform and understand Git snapshots. You’ll advance your skills by creating and managing Git commits, undoing changes with Git undo commit, and reviewing your project’s history using Git logs. You’ll also tackle branching—learn how to rename or delete branches and confidently resolve Git merge conflicts. Additionally, you’ll master repository management with Git commands and organize changes using Git checkout, Git stash, and more. After completing this course, you’ll be ready to use Git commands in your projects—a career-boosting skill for every software developer.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

A foundational understanding of Git version control, including Git config, terminal commands, and snapshots for efficient version management

Proficiency in managing Git commits, utilizing Git logs, and learning to undo changes with Git undo commit while mastering branching, renaming, and deleting branches

The ability to handle remote repositories and synchronization using Git clone, Git fetch, and Git pull, and resolve Git merge conflicts for seamless collaboration

Hands-on experience using Git commands such as Git stash, Git checkout, Git merge, Git revert, and Git rebase for effective project management and version control in software development

A foundational understanding of Git version control, including Git config, terminal commands, and snapshots for efficient version management

Content

35 Lessons5 Quizzes

Introduction to Git

4 Lessons

Discover how Git and version control simplify project management. Learn the importance of Git, terminal commands, and basic text editors like the echo command.

How This Course Can Help You

What Is Version Control?

Why Is Git So Important?

Basic Terminal-Based Text Editors

Git Config

6 Lessons

Learn to set up Git config, create projects, use Git commit, view history with Git logs, undo changes with Git undo commit, and master basic Git commands.

Git Config

Creating a New Project With Git

Git Commit

Git Logs

Undo a Commit

Quiz on Basic Git Commands

Git Branch

7 Lessons

Master branching in Git: create, switch, rename, and delete branches using Git rename branch and delete branch, and manage changes with Git stash and Git checko

What Is a Branch?

Creating a Branch

Switching Between Branches

Git merge

4 Lessons

Learn to merge branches with Git merge, handle Git merge conflicts, and resolve them effectively. Test your skills with a quiz on merging branches.

Git Merge

Merge Conflicts

Resolving Merge Conflicts

Quiz on Merging Branches

GitHub

9 Lessons

Explore GitHub, create remote repositories, and use Git Clone, Git fetch, and pull. Learn to revert commits with Git revert and collaborate via pull requests.

What Is GitHub?

Creating a Remote Repository

Pushing Code to GitHub

Git Clone

Git Fetch

Git Pull

Reverting to an Earlier Commit

Pull Requests

Quiz on Remote Repositories

Git Rebase

5 Lessons

Learn Git rebase to streamline commits, resolve conflicts during rebasing, and compare Git rebase vs. Git merge. Review changes with Git logs and test your skil

Git Rebase

Managing Conflicts When Rebasing

Difference Between Rebasing and Merging

Quiz on Rebasing Branches

Conclusion

Using Git Bisect to Identify the Source of a Bug

Project

Certificate of Completion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Git and GitHub easy to learn?

Yes, Git and GitHub are relatively easy to learn, especially with beginner-friendly courses like this one. The step-by-step lessons, practical exercises, and playgrounds provided in the course make the learning process straightforward, even for beginners with no prior experience.

Where can I learn Git and GitHub?

You can learn Git and GitHub through this course. It offers 35 lessons, practical exercises, and quizzes tailored to beginners.

How long does it take to learn Git and GitHub?

It depends on your pace and prior knowledge, but this course can be completed in 3 hours. With consistent practice, most learners can gain proficiency in Git and GitHub within a week. Advanced concepts like rebasing and resolving conflicts may take additional time to master.

Is Git a programming language?

No, Git is not a programming language. It is a version control system designed to track changes in files, especially code, and help teams collaborate on software projects. GitHub, on the other hand, is a platform that hosts Git repositories and provides tools for version control and collaboration.

How do I get started with Git and GitHub?

To get started:

This course guides you through Git setup, basic commands, and working with GitHub.
Download and install Git.
Sign up for free at GitHub.
Start by creating a local repository, committing changes, and pushing them to GitHub.
Learn about branches, merging, and pull requests as outlined in the course.

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