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Introduction to Version Control and GitHub

This first chapter is like a launching pad for your exciting GitHub journey! We’re going to introduce you to GitHub and version control, which is a superpower for coders. We’ll guide you through step-by-step processes, providing practical tips and easy-to-follow examples.

First off, we’ll help you understand the core of GitHub and why version control is so awesome. Think of version control like a magic time-traveling book that lets you see and undo all your changes, keeping your code organized and safe.

Next, we’ll dive into the fun stuff! We’ll show you how to create your special space on GitHub, called a repository. Think of it as your treasure chest where you keep all your coding gems. You’ll learn ...

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