March 2020
Beginner
3h 4m
English
Closed Captioning available in English
Overview
In this 3 hr course, you'll learn the essentials of Git, a powerful version control system, and GitHub, the most popular platform for repository collaboration. Starting from installation, this course covers creating repositories, tracking changes, branching, merging, and contributing to projects using these tools.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Understand and utilize Git for version control by creating, managing, and reverting changes.
- Learn the fundamental concepts of GitHub and set up remote repositories for collaboration.
- Practice handling branching and merging, along with resolving conflicts efficiently.
- Master the process of forking repositories and contributing to open-source projects.
- Gain hands-on experience in team collaboration workflows using GitHub.
Course Instructor(s)
George Lomidze is an experienced developer and educator, specializing in programming and version control tools. With several technical courses under his belt, George excels in breaking down complex topics into digestible lessons that emphasize real-world applications. Students find his teaching approachable and effective.
Who is it for?
This course is tailored for beginners who want to start with no prior experience in Git or GitHub. It's also ideal for professionals familiar with version control basics seeking to advance their proficiency. Students aiming to contribute to open source or work in collaborative programming environments will benefit greatly.
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