Git & GitHub for Everyone: The Basics You Need

A Beginner’s Guide to Git & GitHub: Track, Manage, and Collaborate on Code with Ease

What you'll learn
Understand Git & GitHub: Explain what Git and GitHub are and why they are important in software development.
Set Up Git: Install and configure Git on their local machine.
Basic Git Commands: Use fundamental Git commands like git init, git add, git commit, git status, git log, etc.
Version Control Basics: Understand how version control works and why it's useful for tracking code changes.
Working with Repositories: Create, clone, and manage repositories both locally and on GitHub.
Collaboration Basics: Understand forking, pull requests, and merging code using GitHub.
Branching & Merging: Learn how to create and switch branches, merge code.
Tracking Issues & Collaboration: Use GitHub Issues to track bugs and tasks and add collaborators to repositories.

Requirements
No prior experience with Git or version control is required! This course starts from the basics.

Description
Git and GitHub are essential tools for modern developers, enabling efficient version control, seamless collaboration, and open-source contributions. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course will provide a solid foundation in Git and GitHub, ensuring you can confidently manage code changes, collaborate on projects, and contribute to repositories.In this hands-on course, you’ll start with the basics of Git, including installation, configuration, and essential commands. You'll then explore GitHub, learning how to create repositories, push and pull changes, work with branches, and resolve merge conflicts. The course also covers advanced topics like forking repositories, submitting pull requests, and contributing to open-source projects.By the end of this course, you'll not only understand version control but also gain practical experience working with Git and GitHub—skills highly valued in the software industry.Why Take This Course?Master the most in-demand skill for developers Build a strong foundation for working in teams and contributing to projects Gain practical experience with hands-on projects Learn industry best practices for version control and collaboration Stand out in job interviews with Git & GitHub expertiseThis course is packed with real-world examples, hands-on exercises, and step-by-step explanations to help you become proficient in Git and GitHub. Whether you're a student, developer, or open-source enthusiast, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to work with Git and GitHub effortlessly.

Who this course is for
Beginners & Students – Anyone new to coding or software development who wants to learn how to manage code efficiently.
Developers & Programmers – Anyone looking to start using Git and GitHub for their personal or professional projects.
Open Source Contributors – Those who want to collaborate on GitHub and contribute to open-source projects.
Technical Writers & Project Managers – Professionals managing documentation or software development teams.