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Introduction to Git and GitHub

Introduction to Git and GitHub

Master version control and collaborative coding with this comprehensive guide. Learn essential Git commands, GitHub workflows, and best practices for modern software development.

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Learning Modules

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Part 1

Installation & Setup

Get started by installing Git, creating your GitHub account, and setting up SSH keys for secure authentication.

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Part 2

Git & GitHub Basics

Understand core concepts: repositories, commits, version control, and the difference between Git and GitHub.

Learn the Basics →

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Part 3

Branching & Merging

Master non-linear workflows with branches, pull requests, and collaborative development strategies.

Explore Branches →

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Part 4

Command Reference

Quick reference guide for essential Git commands including clone, add, commit, push, pull, and more.

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Part 5

Workflows

Learn professional workflows including feature branches, team collaboration patterns, and best practices.

Master Workflows →

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Part 6

Additional Resources

Curated collection of tutorials, cheat sheets, interactive exercises, and further reading materials.

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Key Concepts You’ll Learn

Version Control

Track changes, revert to previous states, and maintain a complete history of your project

Collaboration

Work seamlessly with teams through branches, pull requests, and code reviews

Distributed Development

Clone repositories, work locally, and synchronize with remote repositories

Open Source

Contribute to projects, fork repositories, and participate in the global dev community

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