Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in Git and GitHub, essential tools for modern software development. By the end of the course, you’ll understand version control systems, how to efficiently track and manage project changes, and collaborate with others on GitHub. You will gain practical knowledge of using Git’s features, from setting up repositories to committing changes and handling conflicts. Starting with the basics, you will explore Git’s core concepts, including version control and its internal mechanics. Then, the course takes you through installing Git on different platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux), setting up repositories, and managing files. You’ll also learn the crucial commands for interacting with Git repositories, navigating the terminal, and using GitHub to manage and collaborate on projects. Whether you are new to version control or looking to improve your Git and GitHub skills, this course offers hands-on practice and real-world applications. The course is perfect for software developers, system administrators, or anyone working in environments where collaboration and versioning are essential. The difficulty is beginner-friendly, making it accessible to individuals with no prior Git experience.

Syllabus

Introduction and Getting Started

In this module, we will introduce the fundamentals of Git and provide an overview of how it works. You’ll also explore Git’s history and learn how to configure it for the first time. The focus will be on understanding Git's core features and setting up your identity for proper commit tracking.

Git Setup and Installation

In this module, we will guide you through the step-by-step installation and setup of Git across Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. By the end of this module, you'll have Git properly configured and ready for version control on your system.

Setting up a Git Repository

In this module, we will explore how to set up your first Git repository, including initializing a new repository and configuring your author details. You'll also learn how to convert existing projects into version-controlled repositories, making it easy to track and manage project changes.

Shell Command

In this module, we will cover basic shell commands essential for interacting with Git. You’ll become familiar with commands to navigate the file system, manage files and directories, and view file contents—all necessary skills for working effectively with Git from the terminal.

Entering GitHub!

In this module, we will introduce GitHub as a platform for hosting and collaborating on Git repositories. You’ll learn the key concepts of forking and cloning repositories, as well as how to set up a repository directly on GitHub to share your work and collaborate with others.

Committing Changes in Git

In this module, we will dive into the process of committing changes in Git. You’ll learn how to stage and unstage files, commit changes, and maintain a proper version history for your project. This will help you keep track of your code changes efficiently.

Inspecting what's going on in a Git Repository

In this module, we will show you how to inspect the state of your Git repository. You’ll learn how to use Git commands to check the status of files, view commit histories, and keep track of your project’s progress.

Ignoring Files in Git

In this module, we will explore how to manage files that you don’t want to track in your Git repository using .gitignore. You’ll learn how to set up and configure .gitignore rules and templates to exclude unnecessary files from version control.