Learn the fundamentals of Git and version control in this comprehensive tutorial for absolute beginners. Start with an introduction to Git, version control, and GitHub before diving into practical steps. Install Git and VS Code, configure your environment, and learn essential commands. Explore cloning repositories, creating your own projects, and managing file changes. Master the process of making commits and pushing your work to GitHub. Gain hands-on experience with common Git workflows, setting you on the path to effective collaboration and code management. Perfect for those new to programming and version control systems.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Welcome
What is Git?
What is Version Control?
What is GitHub?
Git Cheatsheet Download
Install Git
Install VS Code
Open a New Folder
Make Git Bash your Default Terminal
Check Git Version
Configure Git
Git Help
VS Code File Exclude Setting
Cloning a Tutorial Repository
Removing Git from a Tutorial
Creating Your Own Project Repository
Tell Git to Ignore a File
Adding All Files
Modified File Status
Discarding Changes
Making Commits
Sending Your Git Repository to GitHub
Remembering Credentials
Future Git Tutorial Topics
Taught by
Dave Gray
