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. Master version control with Git in this comprehensive course designed to make you proficient in Git workflows and collaboration techniques. By the end of this course, you'll be able to confidently manage version control, collaborate with team members, and navigate Git’s powerful branching and merging features. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Git commands, GitHub, and advanced tools like GitHub Desktop and SourceTree. The course begins by introducing cloning, exploring, and modifying remote repositories. It covers the essentials of committing changes, using the git diff command, and managing repository contents in GitHub and Visual Studio Code. As you move on, you'll dive into branch merging, starting with simple fast-forward merges and advancing to resolving merge conflicts, both through the terminal and in Visual Studio Code. Next, you'll explore GitHub’s role in collaborative development, how to push, fetch, and pull changes, and the process of creating and managing pull requests. The course also delves into forking repositories and contributing to open-source projects, including syncing changes from the upstream repository and submitting pull requests. You’ll also learn about configuring protected branch rules to enforce review policies for smooth collaboration. This course is ideal for software developers, engineers, and anyone looking to improve their version control and collaboration skills. Some experience with basic Git commands and GitHub is recommended, and the course caters to both intermediate learners and professionals.

Syllabus

Cloning, Exploring, and Modifying Public Repositories

In this module, we will cover the foundational steps of cloning and modifying public repositories. You will learn to clone a remote repository, explore its contents, and make changes. Additionally, we’ll dive into essential Git commands like git diff and commit techniques using GitHub Desktop and Visual Studio Code.

Merging Branches

In this module, we will explore the critical process of merging branches in Git. You will understand the different types of merges, including fast-forward and three-way merges, and learn how to handle merge conflicts. Additionally, we’ll guide you through using Git tools such as SourceTree to enhance your branching workflow.

GitHub and Remote Repositories

In this module, we will dive into GitHub, focusing on the creation, management, and collaboration features that remote repositories offer. You will learn how to set up a GitHub account, create repositories, and interact with branches and commits directly within the GitHub platform.

Git Push, Fetch, and Pull

In this module, we will focus on the critical Git operations that help you stay in sync with your team’s changes: pushing, fetching, and pulling. You will also learn about tracking branches and how to manage your remote repository effectively to ensure smooth collaboration.

Pull Requests

In this module, we will explore the process of using pull requests in GitHub to manage collaboration. You will learn how to create pull requests, request changes, and approve them, all while ensuring a smooth review process for your team. We will also discuss advanced settings like protected branches for added control.

Forks and Contribution to Public Repositories

In this module, we will cover the concept of forking repositories and how it fosters collaboration in open-source development. You will learn to sync your fork with the parent repository, make contributions, and submit pull requests to contribute to public repositories effectively.